Saturday, September 27, 2008

Daring Bakers' Challenge: Lavash Crackers


This month's Daring Bakers' Challenge is hosted by Natalie from Gluten A Go Go, and Shel, of Musings From the Fishbowl. This month's challenge was vegan and/or gluten free. The main recipe was for Lavash Crackers from Peter Reinhart's The Bread Baker's Apprentice (pp 178 - 180).

The Challenge: Make Lavash Crackers and create a dip/spread/salsa/relish to accompany it.


I've made crackers before, but more akin to a cheddar shortbread than a real cracker. These were fabulous! I loved the dough; it was very easy to work with and even the crackers that weren't very thin were still delicious! I made mine into small rounds and added kosher salt and sesame seeds to the tops. My dips were a roasted zucchini spread and black bean and red pepper mix.

Here are the recipes, which were really more just a 'thrown together' type thing.

Roasted Zucchini Spread

1 large zucchini
2 Tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic - minced
1 teaspoon salt

Cut zucchini in half lengthwise and lay cut sides down in a shallow baking pan. Bake until soft at 350 degrees F - about 30 minutes. Scoop flesh from zucchini and combine with remaining ingredients in a blender. Puree until smooth.

Black Bean and Red Pepper Relish

1 can black beans, drained
1/2 cup finely chopped red pepper
1/2 to 3/4 cup vegan Italian dressing

Blend well and chill until serving time.

9 comments:

Anonymous said...

Thanks for all the ideas. I'm going to try all of them. The crackers first.

Cas

kat said...

They look so nice cut into those pretty rounds

The Irreverent Cook said...

Hi Anne!! Goodness, your relish looks gorgeous! That colour is soooo pretty!

Dharm said...

Nice crackers and your choice of dips sound just great!

Helene said...

Great job on the challenge! Both dips sound incredible and the round crackers are perfect!

Judy@nofearentertaining said...

Your dips look great! I loved the crackers too. Can't wait to try these again!

toontz said...

Those round crackers are so nice! Your dips sound excellent, too. Wasn’t this a fun challenge?

maybelle's mom said...

i read your comment at okara mt that yours were underbaked. I don't so, your remind me of water crackers.

Lauren said...

Ooo, your lavash looks wonderful! Great job!!