Description
Experience the magic of homemade sourdough with a delightful combination of nutty and tangy flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g Bread Flour
- 350ml Water
- 100g Sourdough Starter
- 10g Salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Starter: A few hours before you begin, feed your sourdough starter with the new ratio—this ensures it is active and bubbly.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, water, and 100 grams of starter. Mix until there are no dry bits. Let it rest (autolyse) for 30 minutes to activate the enzymes.
- Add Salt: Sprinkle salt over the mixture and incorporate it thoroughly. This step builds gluten that helps your dough rise.
- Knead the Dough: Use the stretch and fold method—grab the edge, stretch it up, and fold it over itself. Repeat for about 4-5 minutes until the dough feels elastic and smooth.
- Bulk Fermentation: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 3-4 hours at room temperature. Every hour, give it a stretch and fold to strengthen the dough.
- Shape the Dough: After bulk fermentation, gently turn the dough onto a floured surface, form it into a shape (round or oval), and let it rest for 20 minutes.
- Final Shape: Shape the loaf again and place it into a floured proofing basket. Let it rise for another 2-3 hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge for a deeper flavor.
- Preheat the Dutch Oven: About 30 minutes before baking, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with the covered Dutch oven inside.
- Bake: Carefully place your loaf inside the Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool: Transfer the loaf to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For best flavor, prepare the starter a day in advance. Store the bread wrapped in a kitchen towel at room temperature for 2-3 days, or slice and freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg