Wondering what to do with all that built up trash? Don't throw it out! How about a nice sourdough bread for dinner! You will need your sourdough starter for this! Follow the sourdough recipe below and get some!
Table of Contents
- 125 g throw in the sourdough starter
- 300 gr all purpose flour or whole wheat flour
- 120 g milk
- 60 gr plain yogurt
- 15 g olive oil
- 7 g sea salt
- Mix the milk, yogurt and sourdough in a large bowl. Add the flour and use your hands to combine these ingredients well, making sure no dry bits remain. Once the dough is firm, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest and double in size at room temperature. This should take 8 to 12 hours depending on how warm your kitchen is.
- Transfer the dough to a work surface and divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Form these pieces into a ball and cover with a kitchen towel. If you want to cook these sourdoughs at a later date, then you can store these dough balls in a container and refrigerate them for up to 3 days before cooking them.
- While the dough rests, heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 15 minutes. Add a small splash of oil to the pan to prevent sticking.
- Roll each dough ball into a flattened oval. Add a sprinkle of flour between each roll to prevent sticking.
- Place the rolled dough in a cast iron skillet and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Wait for the sourdough bread to fill with air before removing it and moving on to the next one.
- Cooking time: 4 min
- Category: bread
What is Sourbough Flatbread?
A sourdough is a thin bread made with the addition of sourdough to add a wonderfully delicious textural twist.
Sourdough bread is a naturally leavened type of bread that does not require commercial yeast to bake. On the contrary, natural tops and healthy bacteria from the beginning of the sourdough, are enough to bake a delicious sourdough bread.
How to make sourdough
The best way to use sourdough leavening is by experimenting with a variety of recipes to produce wonderful baked goods for you and your family to enjoy.
Try this sourdough flatbread recipe for instant gratification. Your gut will love you for it!
Ingredients
- Pour the initial 125 g of sourdough
- 300 g all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
- 120 g of milk
- 60 g plain yogurt
- 15 g of olive oil
- 7 g sea salt
GUIDELINES
- Mix the milk, yogurt, and pour the sourdough into a large mixing bowl. Add the flour and use your hands to combine these ingredients well, making sure no dry bits remain. Once the dough is firm, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest and double in size at room temperature. This should take 8 to 12 hours depending on how warm your kitchen is.
- Transfer the dough to a work surface and divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Form these pieces into a ball and cover with a kitchen towel. If you want to cook these sourdoughs at a later date, then you can store these dough balls in a container and refrigerate them for up to 3 days before cooking them.
- While the dough rests, heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 15 minutes. Add a small splash of oil to the pan to prevent sticking.
- Roll each dough ball into a flattened oval. Add a sprinkle of flour between each roll to prevent sticking.
- Place the rolled dough in a cast iron skillet and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Wait for the sourdough bread to fill with air before removing it and moving on to the next one.
Bakers schedule
It is important to note that warmer kitchens require less time for proofing the dough.
- 08:00 – Mix the dough and cover. Let the dough rest and double in size.
- 4 in the afternoon – Divide the dough into separate pieces and form balls. Meanwhile, prepare the pan or cast iron pan.
- 4:30 in the afternoon – Cook the sourdough.
How to eat sourdough
When it comes to eating sourdough, there is no right or wrong way to go about it. Simply load, dip or fill with flavorings of choice for a delightful treat!
Here are some ideas for you:
- Sourdough is excellent for spreading jams, jellies and marmalades. You can also tear the flatbread into small pieces, and toss it into a fruit salad, for the ultimate sourdough-flavored snack!
- As for a flatbread sourdough pizza, loaded with your favorite toppings? Try goat cheese, tomatoes and caramelized onions for a spectacular pizza taste. Or, why not make a dessert pizza, topped with baked cherries, and topped with a generous helping of whipped cream!
- Why not enjoy this sourdough bread with some flavorful soups. Dip the sourdough into your favorite soup and let the bread soak up all the wonderful flavors before you take a bite. The results are amazing, you'll find yourself dipping your bread more often!
Tips for making the best sourdough dough
Sourdough breads are very easy to make and very versatile.
Here are some tips to keep in mind when making this sourdough recipe:
- SHAPING: Feel free to experiment with the shape of your sourdough dough during the shaping process. The shape of the flatbreads will depend on what you intend to do with them. For example, if you plan to make a pizza out of it, then you will need thicker edges to produce a nice pizza crust.
- Cooking Style: Many flatbread recipes will call for a cast iron skillet or pan, but you can cook your bread on a pizza stone in a 500 degree oven. Don't be afraid to experiment with a variety of cooking styles to suit your taste!
- Flavoring the dough: Try different flavors, adding fresh herbs, seeds, nuts and spices to the dough.
- Storage: Store sourdough in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Additionally, wrap the bread in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
An absolute must try!
For a sourdough recipe that will warm your soul, try this delicious sourdough. Serve with a variety of main dishes to create a spectacular feast for the whole family!
What is Sourdough Casting?
Toss is a small portion of sourdough starter, usually tossed before each meal. The toss is packed with fermented flavors and is great when incorporated into many sourdough recipes.