By Eddy − On Sunday, April 24, 2016, 7 years ago in Breads
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Portuguese Rolls (Papo Secos) Recipe

Portuguese Rolls (Papo Secos) Recipe

These Portuguese rolls (papo secos) are crusty on the outside and light and airy in the inside, perfect for sandwiches or to enjoy with anything.
Preparation time1 h 45 min
Cooking Time 30 min
Ready In2 h 15 min
Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings10

Portuguese rolls are a type of bread roll that originated in Portugal, and they are also known as "Papo Secos" or "Pães de Água". These rolls are a staple food in Portugal and are enjoyed throughout the day, either as a breakfast roll or as a sandwich roll. Here are some facts about Portuguese rolls:

Portuguese rolls are made with simple ingredients like flour, water, salt, yeast, and sometimes sugar. The dough is usually left to rise for several hours before being shaped into rolls and baked.

The texture of Portuguese rolls is characterized by a soft interior and a crusty exterior. They have a slightly chewy texture, and the crumb is not as dense as other bread rolls.

The shape of Portuguese rolls is oblong, and they are typically about the size of a small baguette. The crust is usually dusted with flour, which gives it a rustic appearance.

In Portugal, it's common to eat Portuguese rolls with butter, jam, or cheese for breakfast, or as a sandwich roll with ham, cheese, or other cold cuts.

Portuguese rolls have become popular outside of Portugal, especially in areas with large Portuguese communities. They are also used in traditional Portuguese dishes like "Francesinha," a popular sandwich that originated in Porto, Portugal.

Portuguese rolls can be stored for a few days in an airtight container or frozen for later use. They are best when eaten fresh and warm out of the oven.

In conclusion, Portuguese rolls are a beloved staple in Portugal, enjoyed throughout the day as a breakfast roll or as a sandwich roll. They are characterized by their soft interior, crusty exterior, and slightly chewy texture. These rolls are easy to make and are a great addition to any meal.

Ingredients

4 cups of all purpose flour2 teaspoons of salt1 teaspoon of sugar2 and 1/2 teaspoons of active dry yeast1 and 1/2 cups of lukewarm water1/2 cup of lukewarm water1 egg white beaten or milk for brushing
4 cups of all purpose flour2 teaspoons of salt1 teaspoon of sugar2 and 1/2 teaspoons of active dry yeast1 and 1/2 cups of lukewarm water1/2 cup of lukewarm water1 egg white beaten or milk for brushing
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Directions

Makes about 10 buns.

  1.  In a small bowl, add the 1/2 cup of the warm water, add the yeast, the teaspoon of sugar, stir and let it proof (foam up).
  2. Using a large bowl mix together the flour and salt.
  3. Add the yeast mix into the flour plus the 1 and 1/2 cups of the warm water.
  4. At this time you will need to use your hands to combine everything well together. 
  5. Take the dough out into a floured surface and knead for a couple of minutes.
  6. Place the dough into a greased bowl and cover with a dish towel or blanket.
  7. Place the bowl in a warm place and let the dough rise for an hour.
  8. Remove the dough and place onto a floured surface, punch the dough down, and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough feels smooth.
  9. Separate the dough into ten equal balls.
  10. Shape them and place them on a greased or parchment paper lined baking trays, and let them rise for 30 minutes.
  11. You can shape the rolls by making an indent in the middle with the side of your hand, or you can roll the dough into an oval shape and score with a knife across the top lengthwise before it goes in the oven. 
  12. Preheat the oven at at 190°C or 375°F and brush the rolls with either egg white or milk.
  13. Bake for 30 minutes or until the rolls are slightly golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Recipe adapted from a recipe by: azoreangreenbean.com
Photo Credit: justapinch.com


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Sheyona Lightheart
Sheyona Lightheart
I was wondering if you could use milk and an egg instead of plain water
1 month ago, Sunday, April 30, 2023
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Eddy

You have to use water for this recipe.

4 weeks ago, Monday, May 1, 2023
Karen Smith
Karen Smith
These came out AMAZING. Thanks for the recipe.
1 month ago, Saturday, April 15, 2023
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Eddy
Great to hear.
1 month ago, Sunday, April 16, 2023
Jose Santos Roxo
Jose Santos Roxo
Great recipe,I love it so do my mates. Thankyou.
1 month ago, Sunday, April 2, 2023
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