Olive breadsticks
Olive breadsticks hold a special place in the fasting diet of the Orthodox monks here on Mount Athos, revered for their quick preparation and healthy profile. These savory delights offer a satisfying snack option that aligns with the monks' dietary practices. Crafted with care and simplicity, olive breadsticks exemplify the culinary traditions of Mount Athos, providing a wholesome and flavorful treat that nourishes both body and spirit during fasting periods. You should try this quick and easy recipe and be amazed by its unique taste. If you want you can accompany them with tapenade.
We put the flour, baking powder, salt and a little pepper in a deep bowl.
We mix well.
We add oil and water.
We knead lightly to make a soft dough.
We cut our olives into small pieces.
We add them to the dough and knead.
We shape into sticks.
We bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 12-20 minutes.
If we don't like olive, we can replace it with carrot.
If we want we can make a combination of carrot and olive.
We can shape our breadsticks into any shape we wish.
The amount may vary depending on how thin we will make them.
