Description
Discover the art of making sourdough dough that is flavorful, tangy, and perfect for a variety of occasions.
Ingredients
- Sourdough starter
- Bread flour
- Water
- Salt
Instructions
- Feed your starter 6-8 hours before using.
- Mix ingredients in a bowl until no dry flour remains, then rest for 30 minutes.
- Add salt and mix well.
- Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 4-5 hours.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and let it rise for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
- Score the dough and bake for 30 minutes covered, then 15-20 minutes uncovered.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For the best flavor, let the dough rise slowly in the refrigerator overnight. Avoid over-proofing for a perfect rise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Artisan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sourdough, homemade bread, artisanal bread, baking, fermentation