How do you make tiger loaf?

It seems you might be referring to a dish called "Tiger Bread," not "Tiger Loaf." It's a delicious bread with a distinctive striped appearance.

Here's a simple recipe for Tiger Bread:

Ingredients:

* 500g strong white bread flour

* 7g sachet of fast-action yeast

* 1 tsp sugar

* 1 tsp salt

* 300ml lukewarm water

* 2 tbsp olive oil

* 1 tbsp sunflower seeds (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

2. Add wet ingredients: Add the lukewarm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients.

3. Knead the dough: Mix and knead the dough for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. You can do this by hand or using a stand mixer.

4. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean tea towel or cling film, and leave to rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

5. Shape the loaf: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a long oval, about 20cm long.

6. Make the stripes: Using a sharp knife, make 5-6 diagonal cuts across the length of each loaf, being careful not to cut all the way through.

7. Second rise: Place the loaves on a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Cover them again and let them rise for another 30-40 minutes.

8. Bake: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Before placing the loaves in the oven, brush the tops with water or milk for a golden crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

9. Cool: Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing and enjoying.

Tips:

* For an extra crispy crust, sprinkle the top of the loaves with a little flour before baking.

* To add extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the dough.

* Feel free to experiment with different seeds and spices like poppy seeds, sesame seeds, or a pinch of caraway seeds.

Enjoy your delicious Tiger Bread!