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    Sourdough Focaccia

    Known for its dimpled surface and glossy olive oil finish, focaccia is the perfect canvas for sourdough. But it’s a high-hydration dough, making it difficult to knead. Instead, the process of stretching and folding the dough gently organizes gluten strands into a strong web, which strengthens the dough while still preserving the delicate bubbles formed […]
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    Naan

    Naan’s signature blistered crust cames from brutal direct heat. A tandoor runs as hot as 900°F (482°C), charring the naan in minutes. A steel preheated for a full hour banks enough fierce heat to mimic the tandoor wall convincingly, creating a fast, dramatic rise. Yogurt tenderizes and clarified butter keeps everything supple. Finish with Garlic-Green […]
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    Pocket Pita Bread

    When thin pita dough meets a blistering surface, the interior moisture turns to steam, puffing the bread before the crust can set. That demands heat both ferocious and unflagging—the steel’s specialty. Its thermal mass holds temperature steady, enabling that dramatic puff, batch after batch. The result is soft, pliable pitas perfect for wrapping souvlaki or […]
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