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Discover the traditional taste of Cyprus with "Arkatena," a fragrant bread enriched with aromatic spices such as mastic, mahlab, and ginger. This recipe details the preparation of sweet loaves, bread rings, and paximadia using a unique chickpea sourdough starter known as Arkatis. Perfect for special occasions or as a daily treat, the Arkatena is a delectable way to infuse a bit of Cypriot cuisine into your home.

Ingredients

🥣 150g Village Flour "Χωριάτικο αλεύρι" Brand: ΕΒΛΟΓΙΑ
🥣 300g Village Flour "Χωριάτικο αλεύρι" Brand: ΕΒΛΟΓΙΑ
🥣 150g Plain Flour Generic
💧 250ml Warm Water first feeding Generic
💧 250ml Warm Water second feeding Generic
💧 50ml Additional Warm Water Generic
🧂 A pinch of Salt Generic
🌿 A pinch of Mastic Generic
🌿 A pinch of Mahlab Generic
🌿 A pinch of Ginger Powder Brand: PRIMO
🍯 Syrup for brushing loaves Generic
🌾 Sesame Seeds for topping Generic

Instructions

1- First Sourdough Refreshing (First Feeding):

Combine 150g of village flour and 250ml warm water with the Arkatis in a large bowl.
Mix until a smooth paste forms.
Let rise in a warm place 30°C until active.

2- Second Sourdough Refreshing (Second Feeding):

Add 300g of village flour and 250ml warm water to the risen sourdough.
Stir until smooth and let rise again until surface cracks appear.

3- Third Sourdough Refreshing and Dough Preparation:

Reserve about 200g of sourdough for future use.
To remaining sourdough, add 300g village flour, 150g plain flour, salt, mastic, mahlab, and ginger.
Knead warm water gradually until a soft dough forms.

4- Shaping and Topping:

Divide dough into two portions and shape into loaves.
Coat with sesame seeds.
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

5- Final Rise and Scoring:

Score loaves with deep diagonal cuts.
Let rise covered for 30 minutes in a warm oven.

6- Baking:

Preheat oven to 200°C.
Brush loaves with syrup.
Bake for 10 minutes at 200°C, then 20 minutes at 175°C, finally 30 minutes at 160°C.

7- Cooling:

Cool on a wire rack. Slice and dry as paximadia if desired.

Prep Time: 10-12 hours
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 11-13 hours
Servings: 2 large loaves
Equipment: Glass Jar with Clasp Lid, Thermometer: Wooden, Mixing Bowls: Plastic and stainless steel, Measuring Cups: White ceramic mugs, Spoons/Spatulas: Metal, Cutting Board: Striped wooden, Baking Sheet: Metal, Parchment Paper, Knife: White handle, Silicone Brush: Red, Oven: Built-in electric stainless steel front, Small Plastic Container Brand: TO YΛIKO, Electric Kettle: White