You can evaluate your stale bread and make delicious presentations with your soups or salads. This time, we make wonderful crotons by combining the breads with spices and sautéing them in butter, not in the oven. You can also make lots and store them in the freezer. Bon Appetit!
Slice stale bread or toast bread for 2-3 hours or pre-dry for 5 minutes in a 180 degree oven if you have little time.
Separate the crust parts of the dried breads with a knife and chop the middle parts into equal cubes of 1cmx1cm.
First, add the freshly chopped green spices and garlic paste to the butter you melted in a flat pan, turn it for 15-20 seconds, then add the cubes of bread and sauté, stirring constantly.
When the bread turns pink, add the dry spices, turn it 1-2 more turns and turn off the stove. Place the fried spicy croutons on a paper towel and drain excess oil.
You can combine this product with soups or salads while it is fresh and hot. If you wish, when you make a lot of it and use it by throwing it in the freezer, sautéing it in a pan without oil will give the same taste. Bon Appetit!
Note: You can mix the same mixture together and bake at 180 degrees.
Benefits of Ingredients in Spicy Croutons (Toasted Bread)
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Toast Bread:
Toast bread, with its light texture, is indispensable for breakfasts and quick snacks. Thanks to its carbohydrate content, it provides fast and effective energy to the body. Whole wheat options are rich in fiber, supporting digestive health and promoting a long-lasting feeling of fullness, which can help stabilize blood sugar. It pairs perfectly with ingredients like cheese, ham, tomatoes, and greens. Its easy preparation makes it a staple for practical meals.
Butter:
Butter is a rich, flavorful fat derived from milk. It contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K2, along with healthy fatty acids, serving as an energy source. It's easily digestible. Butter enhances the taste of meals and rice dishes, is spread on bread, or used in sauces. It's indispensable for breakfast tables and various recipes.
Fresh Thyme:
Fresh thyme, rich in compounds like thymol and carvacrol, offers potent antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits. It significantly supports respiratory health, helping to alleviate sore throats and coughs, while also soothing the digestive system. It perfectly complements meat dishes like lamb and and chicken, vegetables such as potatoes and mushrooms, and lentil soup. Its flavor is greatly enhanced with olive oil and lemon.
Rosemary:
Rosemary, with its potent antioxidants (rosmarinic acid) and anti-inflammatory properties, supports brain health, potentially boosting memory and concentration. It aids digestion, can help alleviate muscle pain, and contributes to strengthening immunity. It pairs exceptionally well with lamb, chicken, potatoes, and root vegetables. It forms a fantastic duo with garlic, lemon, and thyme.
Cumin:
Cumin is a powerful spice that supports digestion, reduces bloating, and stimulates digestive enzymes. Rich in iron, it possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It pairs excellently with legumes (lentils, chickpeas), red and white meats, vegetables, and yogurt-based sauces. Combined with coriander, turmeric, and chili, it creates deep flavors in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Powdered Red Pepper:
Ground Red Pepper, due to its capsaicin content, can boost metabolism and aid in fat burning. Rich in powerful antioxidants and Vitamin C, it may exhibit anti-inflammatory properties. It adds flavor to a wide range of dishes, from legumes and meat to soups and vegetable-based delights.
Chili Pepper:
Red Pepper Flakes, beyond adding a unique heat to dishes, can help boost metabolism due to the capsaicin it contains. It also supports the body with its antioxidant properties and can benefit digestion. It pairs wonderfully with garlic, tomato, olive oil, and various meat dishes; it also adds depth to pasta and soups.
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