Whole Wheat Garlic Knots
Delicious homemade garlic knots made with whole wheat flour and fresh roasted garlic, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Garlic
- 1 head garlic (for roasting)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for roasting garlic)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water (105-110F)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing garlic topping)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced for topping)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Roast garlic: cut top 1/2 inch off garlic head, drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, wrap in foil, and bake for 40 minutes. Squeeze out roasted garlic cloves.
- In a bowl, combine roasted garlic, yeast, warm water, flour, sugar, olive oil, salt, and parsley. Mix into a thick batter, adding water or flour as needed. Knead for 4-5 minutes until smooth.
- Let dough rest in an oiled bowl for 25-30 minutes until doubled. Divide into 12 portions, roll into 10-inch ribbons, and tie into knots.
- Place knots on parchment-lined baking sheet, let rest for 15-20 minutes. Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly browned.
- While baking, sauté minced garlic in 2 tablespoons olive oil until fragrant. Brush baked knots with garlic oil and sprinkle with parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh parsley and roasted garlic.