Tiger Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together the ingredients for the tiger paste, cover and set aside.
2. 2
   This will keep in the fridge for several days and is enough for 2 loaves this size
3. 3
   Mix together the dough ingredients, keeping the salt and yeast separate until the water is added
4. 4
   Bring together into a dough and knead well on a lightly oiled surface until very smooth and elastic
5. 5
   Leave to prove, covered in an oiled bowl until doubled in size- around 45 mins to an hour
6. 6
   Knock the dough back, shape into the desired shape and place on a floured baking tray (or pizza tray)
7. 7
   Turn on the oven and set to 220C
8. 8
   Brush the tiger paste over the dough in a thick, smooth layer
9. 9
   Cover the dough and leave to double in size (or more) again.
10. 10
    30-60 mins depending on room temperature
11. 11
    Bake for 10 mins at 220 then turn down to 200 and bake for a further 10-20.
12. 12
    It should be cooked after 10 so after that it is a matter of colouring.
13. 13
    After about 15 mins it should look like the picture
14. 14
    Remove from oven, place on a rack to cool for at least 30 mins before cutting.