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Amazing Bread with Neglected Sourdough Starter
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A unique method to bake amazing bread using a neglected and unfed sourdough starter, emphasizing the importance of adjusting the starter quantity based on its age and activity level.
00:45:00 total
Serves 4
medium
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Ingredients
- flour - 1000g (strong, with high protein content)
- salt - 20g
- neglected sourdough starter - 10g to 50g (unfed for a week, adjust based on age)
- water - 700g (adjust based on the flour used)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine 1000g of flour with 20g of salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Add Sourdough Starter: Incorporate 10g to 50g of neglected sourdough starter into the flour mixture, adjusting the amount based on the age and activity level of your starter.
- Mix with Water: Gradually add 700g of water while mixing, until a cohesive dough forms. Adjust the water quantity based on the flour's absorption rate.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough to develop gluten strength, ensuring it's well-mixed and elastic.
- Bulk Fermentation: Let the dough undergo bulk fermentation. The duration will vary based on the starter's activity and the dough's environment. Use a small piece of dough in a cylindrical container to monitor the fermentation progress. The dough is ready when it has increased by approximately 50% in size.
- Shape and Bake: After fermentation, shape the dough into loaves and bake until golden brown and cooked through. Baking times and temperatures will vary based on your oven and the size of your loaves.
