Fisherman’s Cable Knit Breadsticks (Printable Version)
Soft, chewy breadsticks with golden crust, sea salt, and herbs. Perfect alongside soup, seafood, or as an appetizer.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dough
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4 cups bread flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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2 teaspoons sugar
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2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast
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1 1/4 cups warm water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Topping
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, salt, and sugar. Mix thoroughly to distribute ingredients.
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In a measuring cup, dissolve instant dry yeast in warm water and let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
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Pour yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough begins to form.
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Transfer dough to a floured surface. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
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Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Gently punch down the risen dough and divide into 12 equal pieces.
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Roll each piece into a 12-inch rope. For the cable knit appearance, twist two ropes together, then loop or fold as desired. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
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Brush each breadstick with melted butter. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt, parsley, and dried oregano.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown.
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Transfer breadsticks to a wire rack and cool for 5 minutes before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For enhanced flavor, add 1 teaspoon garlic powder to the dough.
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Serve warm with herbed olive oil or accompany with seafood chowder.
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For a cheesy variation, incorporate grated Parmesan into the dough.