Tapalapa

The origin of Tapalapa bread can be traced to West Africa, specifically countries like Benin, Togo, and Ghana. It is a significant part of the culinary heritage of these regions and is often enjoyed as a staple food.

Variations of the Tapalapa recipe exist, and individual preferences may lead to different adaptations in different regions.

However, here is a basic recipe for Tapalapa bread:

Tapalapa

Laila Yetunde

Delicious and easy to make recipe

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Prep Time 1 hour hr

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Course bread, Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine African

Equipment

• oven

Ingredients

  

• 500g all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (7g) active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 300ml lukewarm water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
• Proof the yeast: In a small bowl, mix the yeast, sugar, and a couple of tablespoons of warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This indicates that the yeast is active.
  1 teaspoon sugar, 300ml lukewarm water, 1 packet (7g) active dry yeast
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center.
  500g all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt
• Pour the activated yeast mixture and the vegetable oil or melted butter into the well.
  2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
• Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while adding the lukewarm water little by little.
• Knead the dough: Turn the mixture onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for this step.
• Form a ball with the dough and place it back into the mixing bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
• Let the dough rise: Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
• Punch down the risen dough to release any air bubbles, and then shape it into the desired size and shape for your Tapalapa loaves or rolls.
• Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Score the tops of the loaves with a sharp knife or make cuts with scissors to create patterns.
• Bake the Tapalapa bread in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the bread turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
• Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Notes

Enjoy your freshly baked Tapalapa bread with your favorite accompaniments, such as soups, stews, or simply as a side with some butter or jam.

Keyword Tapalapa

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