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Simit – Turkish Sesame Ring Bread

Turkish steampunk recipes — classic dishes reimagined with storytelling and flavor.

Intro/Story

In the brass‑lit streets of a Jules Verne metropolis, Simit gleams like copper gears. These sesame rings, crisp on the outside and soft inside, echo the rhythm of pistons and rivets, offering explorers a portable snack in the industrial age.

Simit is a traditional Turkish bread ring coated with sesame seeds, often compared to a bagel. Crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, it is a popular street food enjoyed with tea or cheese. A symbol of Turkish breakfast culture, Simit is beloved across the country.

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Ingredients

• 500 g flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp yeast
• 200 ml water
• 100 ml grape molasses (pekmez)
• 100 g sesame seeds

Preparation Parameters

• Preparation time: 20 min (+ rising)
• Cooking time: 20 min
• Total time: 40 min (+ rising)
• Yield: 6 rings

Preparation

1. Mix flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and water into dough.
2. Let rise, then shape into rings.
3. Dip in molasses and sesame seeds.
4. Bake until golden.

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

• Calories: ~220
• Protein: 7 g
• Fat: 6 g
• Carbs: 36 g

Tips & Variations

• Serve with feta or olives.
• Use whole wheat flour for a healthier version.

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