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How to make Cemitas buns

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Ingredients:

  • 350 g (2.5 cups) premium flour
  • 250 ml heavy cream
  • 3 eggs, divided
  • 1 teaspoon of instant yeast
  • 1.5 tsp coarse salt (or 3/4 tsp table salt)
  • 3 tablespoons of sugar
  • 0.5 cup sesame seeds
  • Coarse sea salt

Preparation:

  1. In the bowl of a food processor, combine the flour, cream, 2 eggs, yeast, salt, and sugar. Knead the dough until it forms a ball on the blade, about 45 seconds. The dough will be very sticky. Alternatively, mix the dough in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, adding the ingredients at medium speed and mixing until the dough comes together.
  2. Place the dough in a large bowl, cover tightly with cling film and let rise at room temperature for 4 hours until it rises to about 1.5 times its original volume.
  3. Lightly dust the dough with flour and turn it out onto a floured work surface. Form it into a large ball, then use a bench scraper or sharp knife to cut it into 6 equal pieces. Dust your hands with flour and shape each piece into a ball. Transfer the dough, seam-side down, to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap, then cover with a kitchen towel, and let rise at room temperature for 1 hour.
  4. Meanwhile, position the oven rack on the middle shelf and preheat the oven to 230°C (430°F). Before baking, beat the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the top of each bun evenly with the egg mixture. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds and a pinch of coarse salt.
  5. Bake until golden brown, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, transfer the buns to a wire rack, and let them cool completely before serving. Buns can be stored in a plastic or paper bag in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Before serving, reheat in a warm oven or toaster.

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