Poee Bread To Savour The Taste Of Goa 

By Deepali Verma

September 23, 2023

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Poee bread, a beloved Goan delicacy, is a traditional, spongy, and slightly sweet bread. Baked in wood-fired ovens, it boasts a unique texture and taste, making it a staple in Goan cuisine. 

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Step 1 

In a bowl, add 1 cup whole wheat flour along with 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ tsp salt, 1 and ½ tsp instant yeast and ½ tsp sugar. Mix it well. 

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Step 2

Add 1 cup of lukewarm water to make a smooth dough and apply some oil on top. Cover it and let it rest till the dough becomes double in size. 

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Step 3

Now punch the dough and knead it again. Divide it into equal balls and roll it into 3 inches-thick discs. 

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Step 4

Cover it and let it rise for 10 minutes or until it rises. Cook it on a hot griddle over medium-high flame from both sides or bake it at 200 degrees for 10 minutes. When ready, serve it with curries or aloo Bhaji. 

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