Tendir Choreyi (Tandoori Bread)

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   For the bread-machine method, place the yeast in the machine's yeast dispenser. Add the warm water, flour, and salt to the bread-machine bucket.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Run the bread machine on the dough cycle.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Alternatively, for the traditional method, mix the yeast with the warm water and let it stand for a few minutes.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Sift the flour and salt into a large bowl. Gradually add the yeast mixture and mix by hand until the dough forms a ball.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes, until smooth.

   8–10 min
6. 6
   Step 6:

   Place the dough in a large bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

   2 h
7. 7
   Step 7:

   Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Stretch the dough into an oblong shape, then roll it with a rolling pin until it is about 1/2 inch thick.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Transfer the dough to a greased or nonstick baking sheet and let it stand for 15 minutes.

   15 min
10. 10
    Step 10:

    Cut about four crosshatches in each direction across the top of the dough. Brush with the beaten egg yolks, optionally mixed with a little water, and sprinkle with poppy seeds.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden on top.

    20–25 min