Pastry Mix for Challah Premix 20%, 10kg

The pastry mix for challah (concentrated 20%) is ideal for preparing various types of challah, available in 10-kilogram packaging. It offers excellent structure, fluffy and elastic texture, while ensuring perfect rise and an impressive braided appearance that enhances the product's presentation.

The golden crumb, full of aromas of mastic and mahleb, provides an authentic taste and rich aroma. The mixture maintains its freshness and quality over a long period, making it suitable for professional use.

Dosage:

• 1,000 grams of mixture
• 1,000 grams of strong flour
• 2,000 grams of flour
• 1,100 grams of cold water
• 300 grams of yeast (for sweet doughs)

Instructions: Place the mixture and yeast in the kneading machine to mix for a few revolutions with the spiral attachment, then gradually add the water. Knead for 5 minutes on low speed and 12 minutes on high speed (at 27°C dough temperature). Rest in a ball for about 20 minutes, then cut and braid the dough strands and rest for another 15 minutes. Braid and shape, then proof for approximately 60 minutes at 35°C with a relative humidity of 60-70%. Bake without steam at 170-180°C, depending on the oven, for about 30-35 minutes for a 450 gram loaf.

Storage: Keep in a shaded and cool place.