- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 300 kcal
Quick summary
“Recipe for traditionally tasty and nutritious sourdough bread, ideal for preparing at home with easily found ingredients.”
What you need to know
- Uniform, crispy crust at the end of baking.
- Soft texture and intense flavor due to the yeast.
- Easy to prepare at home.
- Has a reasonably short preparation and cooking time.
- Possibility of flavor customization by adding spices.
Ingredients
Main
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 350ml of warm water
- 100g sourdough starter
- 10g of salt
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
Instructions
Principal
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and sugar.
- Add the sourdough starter to the mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the warm water and stir until a dough forms.
- Add the salt and knead the dough for about 10 minutes, until homogeneous.
- Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- After resting, knead the dough again for 5 minutes and shape it into a loaf.
- Transfer to the pan and let it rest for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 220 degrees Celsius.
- Bake the bread for about 40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before cutting.
Chef's tips
- Use warm water to make it easier to mix the batter.
- Let the dough rest so that fermentation is more effective.
- Add a little spicy salt for extra flavor.
Variations
- Add 1/2 tablespoon of baking powder for faster fermentation.
- For a savory version, add 100g of grated cheese during kneading.
- For a sweet version, add 100g of cocoa powder during kneading.
Substitutions
- To replace sourdough starter, you can use baking powder.
- Replace wheat flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
- Increase the sugar by 1 tablespoon for a more intense flavor.
How to store
- It can be stored in a plastic bag in a dry container.
- Lasts up to 5 days at room temperature.
Can it be frozen?
- Cannot be frozen directly.
- After kneading and before baking, just add the bread to an airtight package.
- To thaw, simply reheat in a double boiler for about 10 minutes.
What to serve with
Ideally served with tomato sauce or stuffed with cheese and ham.
Frequently asked questions
How can I improve the bread's crunchiness?
Adding 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour during kneading can improve crispiness.
Can I use hot water instead of warm water?
We do not recommend it, as it may cause the dough to cook before it starts to ferment.
Where can I find sourdough starter?
Sourdough starter can be found in homemade product stores or online.
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