Dominica mastiff bread
Dominica mastiff bread from Dominica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
Imported from TheMealDB. Times and card copy were filled in for this listing, not kitchen-tested.
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- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 2 hr 50 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spice
- No chilli
- Cost
- Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
About
Dominica mastiff bread is listed as side from Dominica. The steps below are the imported TheMealDB method, not an editorial rewrite. Times shown were read from those steps.
Ingredients
- Wheat flour1.4 kg
- Sugar22 ml
- Salt22 ml
- Yeast30 ml
- Vegetable Shortening118 ml
- Water710 ml
- Wheat flourto taste
Scaling multiplies the written quantities. Baking still prefers a scale.
Steps
Step 1
Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl (sugar, salt and instant yeast) Mix with a large wooden spoon Add shortening or lard and mix Mix thoroughly with your hand Add warm water and mix the dough until stiff Add more flour so that dough doesn't stick You can add dough onto a floured board to make sure that it's properly kneaded Knead for approximately 8-10 minutes Shape dough into a large round shape and cover to rest for 45 minutes Knead dough again on a lightly floured surface (kneading is the most critical part of this recipe process. Shape dough into your desired bread designs and place on a baking sheet or bread pan Let the breads rest for 25 minutes Preheat oven at 375°F Bake until golden brown Instructions when using active yeast Mix 3½ cups of warm water (115°F to 120°F), yeast and sugar Add a pinch of salt and ½lb of sifted flour to the mixture Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon Set in a warm place for approximately one hour Mixture should look foamy with bubbles Sift the rest of the flour in a large bowl Pour yeast mixture into the large bowl over the flour Add shortening or lard and mix Add more flour so that dough doesn't stick You can add dough onto a floured board to make sure that it's properly kneaded Knead for approximately 8-10 minutes Shape dough into a large round shape and cover to rest for 45 minutes Let the breads rest for 25 minutes Preheat oven at 375°F Bake until golden brown
160 min
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Substitutions
flour (a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread)) → a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread)
Coatings and roux can swap. Yeast breads need a blend designed for gluten-free baking.
Tips
- Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
History & culture
Editorial cultural notes have not been written for this imported dish.
Editorial history has not been written for this imported dish.
Inspired by
Provenance: Imported. Initial recipe data sourced from TheMealDB and adapted/reviewed by I Want Some Food. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Questions about this recipe
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How long does Dominica mastiff bread take?
2 hr 50 min all in — 10 min prep, 10 min cook, 2 hr 30 min rest. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Oven, Baking tray, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1½ tbsp.
How much sugar?
1½ tbsp of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
flour (a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread)) → a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread). Coatings and roux can swap. Yeast breads need a blend designed for gluten-free baking.
Any tips from this recipe?
Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.