kaulimiseen
Kaulimiseen is a Finnish term that broadly refers to the process of kneading or massaging dough. It is a fundamental step in bread making and many other baked goods, crucial for developing the gluten structure within the flour. Gluten, a protein complex, gives dough its elasticity and allows it to rise and hold its shape.
The action of kaulimiseen involves repeatedly folding, stretching, and pressing the dough. This mechanical action aligns
Traditionally, kaulimiseen is done by hand, a practice that allows bakers to feel the dough's consistency and