Cococi or unleavened bread

Delicious Cococi Recipe (Unleavened Bread)

When it comes to simple and quick recipes, cococi are an excellent choice. This unleavened bread is perfect to accompany a warm meal or to be served as a snack. With a fluffy texture and a pleasant caraway flavor, cococi are a true delight. Moreover, the recipe is easy to make even for beginners.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 20-25 minutes
Total time: 35-40 minutes
Number of servings: 8 cococi

Ingredients:
- 500 g flour
- 250 ml warm water
- ½ pack of fresh yeast (or 2 teaspoons of dry yeast)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1 teaspoon caraway

Step by step:

1. Preparing the starter:
In a small bowl, add the fresh yeast or the 2 teaspoons of dry yeast. Add 2 tablespoons of flour and 2 tablespoons of warm water. Mix the ingredients well until a smooth paste forms. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let it sit for 10 minutes until the starter becomes frothy.

2. Preparing the dough:
In a large bowl, place the remaining flour (about 498 g) and add the salt, sugar, oil, and caraway. Mix the dry ingredients to combine them evenly. Then, add the activated starter and warm water. Use a spatula or your hands to mix until the dough begins to form.

3. Kneading:
Transfer the dough to a clean, floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth. If it's too sticky, you can add a little more flour, but be careful not to overdo it.

4. Shaping the cococi:
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and gently flatten it to obtain a round shape, about 1-1.5 cm thick. You can use a rolling pin to achieve an even shape.

5. Baking:
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the cococi on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden and sound hollow when lightly tapped on the bottom.

6. Serving:
Let the cococi cool on a rack for a few minutes. Serve them warm, alongside butter or fresh cheese. This quick bread can also be used as a base for delicious sandwiches.

Helpful tips:
- You can experiment with different spices, such as sesame or poppy seeds, to add a personal touch to your cococi.
- If you want a stronger flavor, you can add some dried herbs, such as oregano or rosemary, to the dough.
- Cococi can be stored in a paper bag for a few days, but they are best served fresh.

This simple and quick cococi recipe will turn any meal into a memorable experience. Enjoy every bite and savor the enticing aroma of freshly baked bread!

 Ingredients: 500 grams of flour, 250 ml of warm water, half a packet of fresh yeast or 2 teaspoons of dry yeast, 1 teaspoon of salt, half a teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of oil, 1 teaspoon of cumin.