Barbari Bread

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Ingredients

3 1/2 cups	all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon	active dry yeast
1 tablespoon	sugar
1 1/2 cups	warm water
1 teaspoon	salt
1 tablespoon	vegetable oil
1	egg yolk
1 tablespoon	plain yogurt
1 tablespoon	sesame seeds
1 tablespoon	nigella seeds

Instructions

1. 1 In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
2. 2 Add the salt, vegetable oil, and half of the flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until smooth.
3. 3 Gradually add the remaining flour and knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. 4 Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
5. 5 Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
6. 6 Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal parts.
7. 7 Roll each part into an oval shape about 1/2 inch thick.
8. 8 In a small bowl, mix the egg yolk and yogurt, then brush this mixture over the top of each oval.
9. 9 Sprinkle sesame seeds and nigella seeds over the top.
10. 10 Using your fingers, make parallel indentations along the length of the dough.
11. 11 Place the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
12. 12 Let the bread cool slightly before serving.