Bread roll
(Redirected from Nudger)
Alternative names | Bread bun, roll |
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Type | Bread |
Course | Appetizer, side dish, main course |
Main ingredients | Flour, water, yeast, salt |
A bread roll is a small, often round loaf of bread served as a meal accompaniment (eaten plain or with butter) or used to make sandwiches. Bread rolls are a common bread product in many cultures and are often served as a side dish with meals.
Types of Bread Rolls[edit | edit source]
Bread rolls come in various shapes and sizes, and their names and ingredients can vary by region. Some common types include:
- Kaiser roll: A crusty roll, often topped with poppy seeds or sesame seeds.
- Dinner roll: A small, soft roll typically served with dinner.
- Bap (bread): A large, soft roll from Scotland.
- Baguette: A long, thin roll, often used for sandwiches.
- Ciabatta: An Italian roll with a crisp crust and airy interior.
Ingredients[edit | edit source]
The basic ingredients for a bread roll are similar to those used in other types of bread:
Additional ingredients such as sugar, butter, milk, and eggs can be added to create different textures and flavors.
Preparation[edit | edit source]
The preparation of bread rolls involves several steps: 1. **Mixing**: Combine the flour, water, yeast, and salt to form a dough. 2. **Kneading**: Knead the dough to develop the gluten structure. 3. **Proofing**: Allow the dough to rise until it has doubled in size. 4. **Shaping**: Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into rolls. 5. **Baking**: Bake the rolls in an oven until they are golden brown.
Cultural Variations[edit | edit source]
Bread rolls are known by different names and have unique variations in various cultures:
- In Germany, bread rolls are called Brötchen or Semmel.
- In France, they are known as petit pain.
- In Italy, they are referred to as panino.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Bread rolls can be used in a variety of ways:
- As a side dish with meals.
- To make sandwiches.
- As a base for sliders.
- Served with soup or salad.
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