An NHS surgeon has shared his recipe for 'ultimate homemade bread' that is high in protein and fibre, claiming he will never buy shop-bought bread again. Dr Karan Rajan, a gastro-intestinal surgeon and lecturer, posted the recipe on TikTok, where it has garnered over 75,900 views.
Dr Rajan's recipe includes Greek yoghurt, which adds 15 grams of protein and lactic acid bacteria to aid digestibility. Each slice contains ten grams of protein and six grams of fibre, without the need for protein powders. He also uses bread flour, which contributes 60 grams of protein and 20 grams of fibre per loaf.
The surgeon emphasises the importance of a gentle rise to break down starches, making the bread easier on the digestive system. He finishes the loaf with pumpkin and sunflower seeds, adding both insoluble and soluble fibre plus omega-3 fats to support gut health.
To make the bread, add a cup of warm water to a bowl with Greek yoghurt, yeast, and sugar, and let it sit for an hour. In another bowl, combine bread flour, salt, and Loam Fibre sachets. Mix wet and dry ingredients, knead into a soft, sticky dough, and prove for one to two hours. Oil a loaf tin with extra virgin olive oil, transfer the dough, brush with a flour and water paste, scatter seeds on top, and bake at 200°C for 30 minutes.
The bread can be served as toast or in sandwiches, and can be frozen for later use.
