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Chimichurri Buns

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I was afraid of using yeast, because, when I had experimented with them several times in the past to make bread, the end result was always hard rocky bread like hockey pucks. Finally after these failures, I decided enough with my bread making efforts. I just could not figure out how to use the yeast effectively. My dear hubby told me if you are afraid of yeast, you never going to make bread in life time, you have to try until you succeed. Yes I listened to him, and started making Chimichurri Buns.
Chimichurri or Chimmichurri is a kind of green sauce though there is a red version as well, also used as a marinade for grilled meat. It is originally from Argentina and Uruguay, and is also used in countries as far as Nicaragua and Mexico according to Wikipedia. I liked the ingredients in the chimichurri, such as chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, red or white vinegar, red pepper flakes. After searching with help of Google friend I reached these two recipes, here and from here. My taste tester (Hubby) had given nod to make chimichurri buns. Around 3 .00 PM I started proof yeast as I have only active dry yeast in hand, and finally made buns around 8 .00 P.M. It came out oven by 8.30 P.M. Trust me they are very soft and tasty buns. Finally I have overcome the fear of using yeast. I will see how it is progressing. Chimichurri buns are good with any soup or curry. We tried with pav bhaji. Give it a try some time; these buns will not disappoint you.
I used this recipe and made my own version. I used some whole wheat flour to satisfy my health conciseness. The recipe that was given was for use with bread machine, I made these buns manually as I have no bread machine.

What you need

 Water: 1 cup
Red wine vinegar: ½ tablespoon
Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
Cayenne pepper: ½ teaspoon
Oregano: ½ teaspoon
Garlic cloves: 4 no( I made into a paste)
Red onion: 1 cup ( finely chopped)
Fresh parsley : 2 tablespoons ( Finely chopped)
Salt: 1 ½ teaspoons
Sugar: 1 tablespoon
King Arthur Unbleached Bread flour: 2 cup
Whole wheat flour or Atta: 1 cup
Dry Active yeast: 2 teaspoons
Rolled oats : 2 tablespoon (optional)

How I made

In a small bowl mix ¼ cup of lukewarm water (Warm to touch) with 1 tablespoon of sugar and add yeast and mix everything and keep aside for proofing of yeast. It will take about 10- 15 minutes.
Heat one tablespoon oil in a pan and add onion and fry them until they change color or become translucent. It takes about 6-7 minutes. To this add garlic paste and fry for another 3 minutes and switch off the flame and keep aside to cool.
In a big bowl mix all dry ingredients and onion garlic mixture, rest of olive oil, chopped parsley and oregano. Gradually add yeast mixture and mix everything until combined well. To this add water less amount at a time to make smooth dough. Knead the dough for 10-15 minutes. More you knead dough become less sticky and smooth. (I knead the dough for 15 minutes, which I am proud of ).
Keep aside knead dough in slightly oiled vessel for doubling. It took about 1hour and 30 minutes to double.

Transfer the dough into a lightly floured surface and spread into a square and using a knife cut into 10 equal pieces.

Shape each piece into a ball, and place the balls 2 inches apart on a baking sheet lightly dusted with cornmeal. Cover with a proof cover or greased plastic wrap, and let the rolls rise for 45 minutes, or until they're quite puffy. Place rolled oats on the top of each buns.( They didn’t stick to buns most of them fell apart, you need to use milk or water to brush the top of bun so that rolled oats can stick).

Bake them in a preheated 350°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they're golden brown. Remove them from the oven, and allow them to cool completely before serving.

Enjoy with any soup or curry.
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Preparation time: 20 minutes for preparing dough,
Doubling time: 1.30minutes + 45 minutes for second rise
Baking time: 20to 30 minutes
Yield: 10 buns
Verdict: Yummy
Will you make it again: Yes

I am sending these delicious Chimichurri buns to

Bread baking Day #27 hosted by Canela and Comino this month theme is Latino bread.

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  1. Prabha R says

    wow looks so yumm!!!

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  2. SathyaSridhar says

    Looks awesome and perfect one,,,, I like your blog n u got nice recipes with nice pictures.

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  3. ap269 says

    They indeed look great! No need to be afraid of yeast anymore.

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  4. Swathi says

    Sushma, Tina, Priya, Neethu,Pari, Lena,Vrinda, Rachana, Subhasini,Ramaya, Rahin, Deepa, Jagruti, Leboffe, Malar,Sunitha, Namitha. Thank you guys for stopping buy.

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  5. Nostalgia says

    Nice recipe and I am glad you got off your fear and enjoying the yeast bread. I am huge fan of homemade yeast breads.

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  6. Gulmohar says

    Perfectly baked buns...this name is new to me...Got to try this sometimes..
    You have a beautiful space here and I'm your latest follower 🙂

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  7. Jagruti says

    Perfectly baked buns!! looks beautiful..

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  8. Malar Gandhi says

    Wow, I like this innovative spicy plus wonderful buns...very tempting will be perfect with pastas, I guess!

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  9. Lebouffe says

    Lovely.. I'm just waiting to start making my own bread! -Naina

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  11. Rahin says

    whats better than fresh baked bread afterall ...looks delicious

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  12. Ramya Vijaykumar says

    Wow lovely buns and the name is so new and nice... I make kara buns but dont add onion this sounds absolutely wonderful and I can imagine who good the taste of onion and spices will be!!!

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  13. Subhashini says

    Very good effort.

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  14. Rachana Kothari says

    Beautiful n perfectly baked buns!

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  15. Vrinda says

    Never heard of this bun,looks cute,i really liked the name....

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  16. Lena Rashmin Raj says

    woww..this looks so soft..i loved that step by step procedure snaps.. 🙂

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  17. Pari says

    Great Swati, u won over the yeast. The buns look so perfect and have that rustic feel to it.Congrats dear, keep experimenting.

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  18. Neetz says

    perfect ones..i wish i had one now 🙂

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  19. Priya says

    Beautiful and prefectly baked buns..looks fantastic Swathi.

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  20. Tina says

    Looks so soft and delicious....

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  21. Sushma Mallya says

    so perfectly baked buns just like the store bought ones...loved the recipe,will surely try soon..

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