Savory Brown Rice Artisan Bread
This Savory Brown Rice Artisan Bread is a delightful twist on traditional bread making, offering a unique texture and flavor profile thanks to the incorporation of brown rice. Perfect for everyday sandwiches or as a side for your favorite soups and salads, this bread rises beautifully and has a fantastic crust. The adaptable recipe allows you to experiment with various flavorings, making it suitable for both sweet and savory applications. Whether slathered with butter straight out of the bread machine or transformed into a delectable cinnamon toast or garlic cheese toast the next day, this bread is sure to become a household favorite. This recipe yields a wonderfully fragrant, high-rising loaf, perfect for any occasion-making it not just a staple but an indulgence.
10
Servings
180
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brown Rice
1/2 cup (cooked or 1/3 cup uncooked)
Olive Oil
1 1/2 tablespoons
Warm Water
to make 1 1/2 cups total (heated to approximately 80-110 degrees F)
Bread Flour
3 cups
Sugar
2 tablespoons
Salt
2 teaspoons
Active Dry Yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons
Vital Wheat Gluten
1 tablespoon (optional)
Instructions
1
If you don't have any leftover brown rice, begin by rinsing 1/3 cup of uncooked brown rice. Cook it according to package instructions and allow it to cool slightly before use.
2
Measure 1/2 cup of your cooked brown rice and place it into a 2-cup measuring cup.
3
Next, add 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil to the rice.
4
Pour warm water (approximately 80-110 degrees F) into the measuring cup with the rice and olive oil until the total volume reaches 1 1/2 cups. Stir the mixture gently to combine.
5
Carefully pour the rice mixture into the bread machine pan.
6
Add the bread flour, sugar, salt, active dry yeast, and optional vital wheat gluten to the bread machine pan in the order suggested by the manufacturer.
7
Select the Basic setting on your bread machine and choose your preferred crust color (light, medium, or dark).
8
Start the machine and let it do all the work – kneading, rising, and baking your perfect loaf.
9
Once baking is complete, carefully remove the bread from the pan and allow it to cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
30g
Carbs
6g
Protein
1.5g
Fiber
0.4g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Brown Rice Artisan Bread?
It is a unique yeast bread that incorporates cooked brown rice to create a delightful texture and fragrant flavor profile, suitable for both sweet and savory uses.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 10 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 180 calories.
How much cooked brown rice is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of cooked brown rice.
Can I use uncooked brown rice for this recipe?
Yes, you can start with 1/3 cup of uncooked brown rice, cook it according to package instructions, and then use 1/2 cup of the cooked result.
What type of oil is used in this bread?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil.
How much water should I add?
You should add enough warm water to the rice and oil mixture to bring the total volume to 1 1/2 cups.
What is the ideal temperature for the water?
The water should be heated to approximately 80-110 degrees F.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 3 cups of bread flour.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
There are 2 tablespoons of sugar in the recipe.
What is the salt measurement for this bread?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of salt.
What type of yeast is required?
You should use 1 1/2 teaspoons of active dry yeast.
Is vital wheat gluten necessary?
Vital wheat gluten is optional, but if used, the amount is 1 tablespoon.
What bread machine setting should be used?
You should select the Basic setting on your bread machine.
Can I choose the crust color?
Yes, you can choose light, medium, or dark crust color based on your preference.
How should the bread be cooled?
Once baking is complete, remove the bread from the pan and allow it to cool on a wire rack before slicing.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 6g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in one slice?
Each serving contains 30g of carbohydrates.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 3g of fat.
How much fiber is in the bread?
There is 1.5g of fiber per serving.
Is this bread suitable for sandwiches?
Yes, it is described as perfect for everyday sandwiches.
Can I use this recipe for sweet toast?
Yes, the bread is adaptable and makes delectable cinnamon toast.
Is this bread good for garlic cheese toast?
Absolutely, it is recommended for transforming into garlic cheese toast the next day.
In what order should ingredients be added to the machine?
Add the rice mixture first, then the dry ingredients in the order suggested by your bread machine manufacturer.
Does this bread rise well?
Yes, the recipe yields a wonderfully fragrant, high-rising loaf.
What is the total ingredient count?
The recipe consists of 8 ingredients.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy baking and artisan bread recipe.
What is the sugar content per serving?
Each serving contains 0.4g of sugar.
Can this bread be served with soup?
Yes, it is an excellent side for your favorite soups and salads.
What makes the texture of this bread unique?
The incorporation of brown rice provides a unique texture compared to traditional bread making.