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Who doesn’t love a good sausage sandwich? Add some bread and you’ve got yourself a meal. But what about a sausage bread? This Korean dish takes your favorite breakfast food to the next level. The perfect appetizer or snack! You’ll be licking your fingers after every bite! Trust me, Liliana Kitchen know what I’m talking about. 😉
What Is Korean Sausage Bread?
Korean sausage bread, or soondae-ppang, is a type of pastry that is popular in Korea. The bread is made from a sweet rice flour dough and is filled with a variety of fillings, including pork sausage, vegetables, and noodles. The dough is then steamed or boiled until it is cooked through. Soondae-ppang is often served as a snack or side dish, and it can be found at many Korean bakeries.
Does The Bread Needs Kneading?
Yes, the dough for soondae-ppang needs to be kneaded. It is important to mix the rice flour and water together until a thick dough forms that holds its shape when squeezed in your hand. Once the dough is ready, it can then be rolled out and filled with your desired filling.
Korean Sausage Bread
Components
- 3 tblsp unsalted butter
- Milk: ½ cup
- Sugar: 2 tblsp
- Active dry yeast: 2 tsp
- Egg: 1
- Kosher salt: ¼ tsp
- Flour: 1¾ cup
- Beef hot dogs, rinsed and pat dried: 5
FOR TOPPINGS
- Canned corn: ⅓ cup
- Chopped green bell pepper: ⅓ cup
- Chopped onion: ⅓ cup
- Mayonnaise: ¼ cup
- Mozzarella cheese, cut into small chunks: 1 cup
- Tomato ketchup, in a squeezable bottle: ⅓ cup
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How To Make Korean Sausage Bread?
Korean sausage bread, or saeu-twae-ji-ppang, is a popular street food in Korea. It’s made with a sweet and savory sausage filling, wrapped in a soft and fluffy bread dough. The sausage bread is then deep-fried or baked until the dough is golden brown and crispy. Serve the breads hot, with a dipping sauce of your choice. To make Korean sausage bread at home, follow these steps:
1. Make dough
- The first step is to melt butter in a pot, then remove it from the heat. Next, add milk and sugar, and stir well until the sugar is dissolved. Then add yeast and allow it to sit for a few minutes until it gets foamy. Finally, stir in salt and an egg, and mix well with a wooden spoon.
- Now it’s time to add flour. Mix with a wooden spoon until it becomes one lump, then knead by hand for a minute or so until the dough is smooth. Cover the pot and allow the dough to sit for about an hour until it doubles in size. Once it has doubled, you’re ready to bake your bread!
- Put the dough on a cutting board and knead it for 1-2 minutes until it’s soft and smooth.
- Then, line a baking pan with parchment paper and divide the dough into 5 equal pieces.
- Form each piece into a ball, put them on the baking pan, and cover with plastic wrap to keep them from drying out.
2. Shaping the sausage-ppang
- The next step is to shape the dough into a rectangle. This can be done by pressing it down with your hands.
- Once the dough is in a rectangular shape, add the sausage to the center of the rectangle. Then, take the ends of the dough and pinch them together so that the sausage is sealed inside.
- Rolling the dough over the sausage, make sure to smooth it out as much as possible and tuck in any ends so the sausage is completely covered. This will help ensure that the sausage cooks evenly.
- Before baking, take a sharp knife and make a crosswise cut at a 45° angle in the top of each sausage roll, about ½ inch down from the end. Be careful not to cut all the way through – you just want to create an opening. Then, gently push up on the piece that was cut and lay it flat on the pan. This will allow heat to enter the center of the roll and cook the sausage all the way through.
- Cut the sausage again another ½ inch down and gently move the cut section to right. Keep cutting and alternating, shaping bread into something that looks like a leaf with a flat strip of dough down middle for toppings. If everything is cooked properly, you’ll end up with a beautiful, leaf-shaped piece of toast with perfectly cooked sausage on top.
3. Toppings
- In a small bowl, mix together corn, green bell pepper, and onion. Add mayonnaise and stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- Divide the topping equally among the five sausage breads, spreading it down the middle of each one.
- Do the same with the cheese, dividing it into five portions and spreading it on top of ketchup. Let the sausage breads sit for 20 to 30 minutes before cooking them, this allows them to rise slightly.
4. Bake and serve
- When you’re ready to bake the breads, preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the sausage breads on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Once they are done, remove them from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, and enjoy!
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Can I Make The Bread Faster?
If you’re in a hurry, deep-frying the sausage bread is a great option. Heat 1 inch of oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the sausage breads and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels before serving.
You could also try baking the sausage bread in an air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F, then place the rolls on the basket and cook for 15 minutes until golden brown. Make sure to flip the rolls halfway through cooking!
Why Do I Need To Use Hot Water For The Bread?
Hot water helps activate the yeast, which is what makes the dough rise. If you use cold or lukewarm water, the dough won’t rise as much and your bread won’t be as fluffy. It’s important to make sure that you use boiling hot water for maximum results.
Recipe Tips:
- Make sure to knead the dough for 1-2 minutes before shaping it into a rectangle.
- Be careful not to overfill the sausage breads – too much filling can make them difficult to close.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, baking the rolls in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20 minutes will also work.
- If you want to add more flavor, try adding herbs or spices to the topping mixture!
- Once cooked, store any leftovers in an airtight container and they’ll stay fresh for up to 3 days.
Variations
If you want to change up the recipe, there are plenty of ways to make these sausage breads your own.
-Instead of using sausage for the filling, try ground beef or turkey.
-You can also change out the topping ingredients – try adding black beans and corn, diced tomatoes, or even chopped jalapenos for a spicy twist.
-If you want to make the bread even more flavorful, try adding some garlic powder or onion powder to the topping mixture.
-For a sweeter version, add some brown sugar and cinnamon to the dough before baking.
How To Serve & Store
Serve the sausage breads warm with your favorite dipping sauce. They’re also great for making sandwiches – just add some lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise!
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to freeze them, wrap each roll individually in plastic wrap before placing them in a freezer-safe container. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 months.
To reheat, place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes, or until heated through.
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Conclusion
So there you have it – a delicious and easy way to make your own sausage bread right at home. This Korean sausage bread recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re serving up a quick weeknight dinner or hosting a party with friends. Be sure to give it a try!
Ingredients
- 3 tblsp unsalted butter
- Milk: ½ cup
- Sugar: 2 tblsp
- Active dry yeast: 2 tsp
- Egg: 1
- Kosher salt: ¼ tsp
- Flour: 1¾ cup
- Beef hot dogs, rinsed and pat dried: 5
- FOR TOPPINGS
- Canned corn: ⅓ cup
- Chopped green bell pepper: ⅓ cup
- Chopped onion: ⅓ cup
- Mayonnaise: ¼ cup
- Mozzarella cheese, cut into small chunks: 1 cup
- Tomato ketchup, in a squeezable bottle: ⅓ cup
- How To Make Korean Sausage Bread?
Instructions
For the bread:
1. In a large bowl, mix the butter, milk, sugar, yeast and egg until combined.
2. Add in the salt and flour and knead for about 10 minutes to form a smooth dough ball.
3. Place the dough in a greased bowl and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
4. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a large rectangle.
5. Place the hot dogs in the centre of the rectangle, leaving about 2 inches of space on both sides.
6. Top with the corn, bell pepper, onion, mayonnaise and cheese chunks.
7. Roll up the dough and pinch off any excess at each end.
8. Cut the log into 8 pieces, making sure to keep all of the filling inside.
9. Place each piece onto a parchment lined baking sheet and brush with some melted butter.
For the corn and cheese topping:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Mix together mozzarella, sweet corn, diced onion, green onion and mayo in a bowl. Then brush the sausage bread with egg wash and top with the corn/cheese mixture.
3. Spread the mixture on top of each sausage bread piece.
4. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese chunks and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Let cool for a few minutes before serving with ketchup! Enjoy!
Notes
- To give the bread an extra crunchy texture, brush with egg wash before baking.
- For a healthier version, you can add some chopped vegetables and use whole wheat flour instead of regular white flour.
- You can also freeze the dough before filling so it won’t rise too much when baking.
- If you don’t have hot dogs, you can use any other kind of sausage or even some cooked bacon.
- You can also top the bread with sesame seeds for an added crunch.
- If you want to make a vegan version, use vegan cheese and bread crumbs instead of mozzarella.
- For added flavor, add some garlic powder or Italian herbs to the dough.
- To make it even more delicious, brush with melted butter before baking.
