How To: Braid a 5-Strand Challah w/Michael Kalanty

Braided bread is a centuries-old tradition. Michael Kalanty shows a 5-braid using Challah dough. The dough pieces in this video weigh 5 ounces each and are rolled to an overall length of 18". Note that the pieces are covered and chilled briefly prior to braiding. This makes the bread prettier and keeps the braid even. Esther Press McManus, my mentor, teaches cooking in Philadelphia and Tel Aviv.

[@bakersbooks]

No idea why, but this is the only five-strand braid tutorial I've been able to wrap my head around. I make challah every Friday so I'm thrilled to finally have this gorgeous technique in my repertoire. Thank you!

[@suzieq5088]

I have watched countless tutorials on this- and for the first time it makes sense; and i love that you wrote it in the flour as the guide. Brilliant!!!

[@midushi88]

Out of all the videos out there yours is the clearest on how to make a braid please make some more I love this video so clear

[@michaelkalanty3594]

Hi Sarah--Thanks so much for your comment. I love it. www.MichaelKalanty.com

[@jasminegreen5599]

Absolutely the best and easiest to follow instructions for 5 braided challah. Always come back to this to remember the number format. Thank you!

[@НинаСерова-э4г]

Отлично все понятно с первого раза,благодарю ,хотелось бы что то ещё интересное

[@elainebrown4392]

Thank you for a clear, concise demonstration that is easy to follow and produces excellent results: a braided loaf with a gorgeous profile. I have used this on a variety of bread doughs, from challah to whole wheat. Lovely gift to home bakers--thank you for sharing, Michael.

[@dougtaphouse1031]

This is an excellent, simple, easily remembered demonstration. Thanks!!

[@mayookhin3421]

Thankyou for the easy explanation!!

[@bannguyen5057]

5 strand Challah braid with special techniques. It could be turned as a triangle ropes. Will make this one next time.🥰

[@tylerosborne4980]

How does this only have 42 views?

[@michaelkalanty3594]

Hey Tyler--I just found your comment. Thanks a lot! ChefMike. www.MichaelKalanty.com

[@vivianlingling1505]

Very helpful🙏👍👍👍

[@Baemon7id]

How many grams (dough gram)

[@mioaran1131]

👍💯

[@susiekopp1806]

A-Ha! 👍😊

[@שריתכהן-צ3ג]

יצא לי מהמם תודה רבה

[@michaelkalanty3594]

Gosh I wish I had a translation app so I could read your comment. Thank you. ChefMike

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

​@@michaelkalanty3594 there is translation available now. 😊👍 _"It turned out great, thank you very much."_ Makes life on KZbin so much more fun. 😊