<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8' standalone='yes' ?><recipes><recipe id="d4fced69-c769-4e56-968c-9cc56f36c9f4" dateModified="1774169921650"><title>Ciabatta Bread</title><description>High hydration, artisan hybrid Ciabatta Bread with Tangzhong and Poolish</description><imageUrl>https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/sandwich_bread_Ciabatta_1 2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop</imageUrl><prepTime>4h</prepTime><cookTime>20m</cookTime><servings>4</servings><categoryId>1</categoryId><scaleFactor>1.0</scaleFactor><youtubeVideoId>3x4p_bECQbM&amp;t=296</youtubeVideoId><ingredientSections><section title="Poolish"><ingredient name="Bread Flour" amount="100" bakerPercentage="37.7%" extraLiquidPercentage="0.0" /><ingredient name="Water" amount="100" bakerPercentage="37.7%" extraLiquidPercentage="100.0" /><ingredient name="Instant Yeast" amount="0.6" bakerPercentage="0.2%" extraLiquidPercentage="0.0" /></section><section title="Tangzhong"><ingredient name="Bread Flour" amount="40" bakerPercentage="15.1%" extraLiquidPercentage="0.0" /><ingredient name="Boiling Water" amount="80" bakerPercentage="30.2%" extraLiquidPercentage="100.0" /></section><section title="Main Dough"><ingredient name="All of the poolish" amount="" bakerPercentage="0.0%" extraLiquidPercentage="0.0" /><ingredient name="All of the tangzhong" amount="" bakerPercentage="0.0%" extraLiquidPercentage="0.0" /><ingredient name="Bread Flour" amount="125" bakerPercentage="47.2%" extraLiquidPercentage="0.0" /><ingredient name="Water" amount="30" bakerPercentage="11.3%" extraLiquidPercentage="100.0" /><ingredient name="Salt" amount="4.5" bakerPercentage="1.7%" extraLiquidPercentage="0.0" /></section></ingredientSections><instructions><step text="Day One. We're making the poolish and the tangzhong. " extraInfo="For superior flavor and texture, prepare the Poolish and Tangzhong the night before; while same-day prep works, the overnight rest is the secret to incredible ciabatta." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/derivatives_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Prepare the Poolish: Whisk the flour and instant yeast in a bowl. Add the water and mix with a fork or chopsticks until a sticky, shaggy mass forms and no dry flour remains." extraInfo="Whisking instant yeast into the dry flour creates a physical buffer for the yeast cells. This protective layer prevents osmotic shock by slowing down rehydration, ensuring the yeast wakes up gradually rather than rupturing from sudden contact with water." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/poolish_2_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Cover the bowl, let it hang out on your counter for about an hour to get bubbly, and then pop it into the fridge to develop amazing flavor overnight." extraInfo="These timings are based on a room temperature of 27°C; if your kitchen is cooler, give the poolish some extra time on the counter before moving it to the fridge." timerDurationMinutes="0" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/poolish_3_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Prepare the Tangzhong. Our kitchen is 27°C. If your workspace is cooler, pre-warm the mixing bowl first to prevent the boiling water from losing heat too rapidly. Pour a small amount of extra boiling water into the bowl, swirl it to heat the surface, and discard it. Now, place the warm bowl on the scale and pour in the boiling water." extraInfo="If the boiling water loses too much heat before the mixture is finished, it results in fewer gelatinized starches. This means the flour cannot effectively bind as much water. Since this recipe uses a high hydration, a failed Tangzhong will leave you with a dough that is excessively sticky and difficult to handle, ultimately losing the soft, long-lasting benefits of the Tangzhong method." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/tangzhong_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Immediately toss in the flour and stir vigorously with a spoon. Continue mixing until no dry flour remains and you have a thick, paste-like tangzhong. This usually takes about 1 to 2 minutes." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/tangzhong_2_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="The mixture transforms into a thick, slightly glossy paste. This happens almost instantly as the starch granules undergo gelatinization—the defining characteristic of the Tangzhong method." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/tangzhong_3_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Once the paste is smooth and gelatinization is complete, cover the bowl and let the Tangzhong cool." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/tangzhong_4_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Then it can join the poolish in the fridge for its overnight rest." extraInfo="You could also do this a few hours before making the main dough but an overnight rest can really improve the flavor." timerDurationMinutes="480" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/tangzhong_5_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="The next day! The next day, the Tangzhong is at its prime. The Poolish should be a hive of activity—look for a 'bubbly-active' surface and a nice domed top. Keep an eye out for a 'tide mark' on the glass; if you see a dried streak above the dough, it’s already peaked and started to sink. We’re looking for that sweet spot where it’s at its peak height, smelling wonderfully sweet and tangy. Let’s get that main dough started." extraInfo="Using a pre-ferment (like poolish, levain, or biga) at its peak is critical because it represents the moment when the balance of yeast activity, gas production, and flavor development is at its absolute best." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/poolish_4_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="There’s no need to clear off your counter for kneading; the entire process is done by hand, right in the bowl. So, let's start with our mise en place." extraInfo='Mise en place is a French culinary phrase meaning "to put in place" or "everything in its place".' extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/mise_en_place_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Measure the bread flour for the main dough into a large mixing bowl, then start by scraping all of the poolish into it." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/poolish_5_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Add the salt, then incorporate roughly three-quarters of the water." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/add_water_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Mix the ingredients by hand until thoroughly combined, kneading slightly for about 2–3 minutes. You don’t need to incorporate every speck of dry flour, but aim to get most of it in." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/hand_mixing_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="After that, incorporate the remaining water into the Tangzhong." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/add_water_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Use your scraper to break down the paste, mixing until you reach a smoother, more liquid consistency." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/tangzhong_break_up_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Add about two-thirds of this to the bowl, and knead it in. You want to try to get the Tangzhong inside the dough, almost folding it in.  " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/tangzhong_2_3_in_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="If you've ever tried hand kneading butter into your dough, then this is a similar process but a lot easier." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/hand_kneading_tangzhong_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Mix and knead for two minutes, then add the rest of the Tangzhong and repeat the process." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/all_the_tangzhong_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="It'll feel a bit messy and sticky at first, but don't worry—that’s normal. Just keep folding and squishing the dough for about 3 or 4 minutes. Once it comes together into a cohesive mass, you’re good to go." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/dough_done_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Knead or perform some slap-and-folds for a minute or two just to ensure the dough is well mixed. To be clear, we aren't looking for a perfectly smooth dough yet; we'll build its strength over the next couple of hours with a series of folds." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/slap_n_fold_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="So, cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 30 minutes. " timerDurationMinutes="30" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/cover_dough_rest_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Next, first round of folds. Wet your hands to prevent sticking, " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/wet_hand_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="reach under one side of the dough, " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/stretch_fold_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="stretch it up, and fold it over the center. Give the bowl a quarter turn and repeat three more times. If the dough feels very loose, you could do more folds, until it tightens up. And that's our first set!" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/stretch_fold_2_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Now, we cover it up, and let it rest for another 30 minutes, " timerDurationMinutes="30" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/cover_dough_rest_2_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="After that, another set of stretch and folds.  I've timed these and after you get used to them, each round of stretch and folds takes about a minute, and we're already done with our second stretch and folds here. " timerDurationMinutes="0" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/stretch_fold_3_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Ok, it's another 30 minutes of rest, " timerDurationMinutes="30" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/cover_dough_rest_3_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Okay, this is the third set of stretch and folds. If you're adding inclusions and you don't want to take the dough out of the bowl, then this is where I recommend adding them in. " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/stretch_fold_4_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="The gluten network is already quite strong and well developed at this point, so adding inclusions here shouldn't disturb it too much. You can sprinkle the extra ingredients into the bowl, adding a bit more after each fold. " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/adding_inclusions_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="That being said, if you want a more even spread of inclusions in the bread then you need to laminate the dough. To do this, we would need to spray a surface with water, take out the dough and stretch it out into a wide, even layer. Then we sprinkle our topping onto it, fold over that, sprinkle more toppings, and so on." extraInfo="Both ways of adding inclusions will do the job and help strengthen the gluten network. The first method is definitely less troublesome and faster to do, while the second method gives a much more even distribution. It's up to you which one you would prefer to do, but whichever you go with, you can just continue with the recipe right after." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/Laminating_inclusions_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="At the end of the stretch and folds here, I also like to round out the dough, flip it over and then fold it onto itself a few times, this helps prepare it for the next stage." timerDurationMinutes="0" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/put_the_dough_back_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="let the dough rest for another 30 minutes" timerDurationMinutes="30" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/cover_dough_rest_4_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="After a 30-minute rest, perform a set of coil folds. With wet hands, slide your fingers under the center of the dough, lift it straight up, and let the ends tuck underneath themselves. This is a beautiful way to build structure without knocking out too much air. The dough should already feel quite strong and should be able to pass the windowpane test." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/coil_fold_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Now, we give the dough its final, uninterrupted rest during bulk formation. Cover the bowl and let it sit for about 1 hour. This is where the yeast does its most important work, filling the dough with the bubbles that will become those signature ciabatta holes." extraInfo="These timings assume a 27°C environment; if your kitchen is cooler, simply extend the fermentation until the dough catches up." timerDurationMinutes="60" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/cover_dough_rest_5_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="It's time for shaping. Liberally flour our dough and the work surface as well. This dough is sticky. " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/flouring_dough_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Then firmly scrape the sides of the bowl before flipping it over. It should fall right out." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/scrape_the_dough_out_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Pat the dough down, degas some of the larger bubbles before and stretch it out." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/pat_the_dough_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Here, you can divide the dough into either 2 or 4 parts up to your preference. " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/divide_into_two_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="And in terms of shaping, you can either simply divide the dough and leave it as it is, to make a more abstract and relaxed ciabatta shape or fold it once to make it taller and more rectangular. These two methods of shaping should give you a more open crumb." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/fold_the_dough_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="If you'd prefer a denser crumb, then you can also degas a bit more thoroughly before tightly rolling up the dough. No need to stretch it or anything, just make sure that most of the larger bubbles are gone.And that’s all the shaping this recipe needs. " extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/degas_the_dough_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="When we're done, we want to move the ciabatta dough onto separate pieces of parchment paper... and cover. We're letting them proof for about 1 hour or until they're almost doubled in volume. They should look puffy and feel delicate to the touch when they're ready." extraInfo="These timings assume a baseline of 27°C. If your kitchen is on the chillier side, simply extend the proofing time accordingly. You do want to make sure to give them enough time to rise, because under proofed ciabatta bread looks a little like this, often with big gaping holes from tunneling. Still delicious but not ideal of course." timerDurationMinutes="60" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/cover_and_proof_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="Aim to have your oven preheated to 230°C by the time the dough finishes proofing. In my kitchen, this requires a 10–15 minute lead time." timerDurationMinutes="15" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Shiopan_2026/preheating_230_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="And then we bake for 10 minutes at 220°C with the fan on, " timerDurationMinutes="10" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/bake_1_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="before bringing it down again to 180 and baking until the  the crust is a deep, golden brown all over, which should take about 5-10 more minutes.&#10;" extraInfo="Every oven is different of course, and you might have to adjust the settings to fit your oven. You might also want to rotate the pan if needed to get an even bake on the bread." timerDurationMinutes="10" extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/bake_2_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /><step text="And just like that, your Ciabatta is ready! " extraInfo="I know how tempting it is to tear into a loaf right away, but letting it cool completely on a wire rack is non-negotiable. It allows the crumb to set and the flavors to fully develop." extraImage="https://adisasta.com/MyRecipe/Ciabatta_2026/Ciabatta_bread_2k.jpg?q=80&amp;w=2070&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop" /></instructions></recipe></recipes>