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Nutritional Values
170kcal
6gProtein
33gCarbs
1gFat
2gFibre
60 gServing
* Per serving · 60 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Sourdough Bread
How to order / say it
Say it
Sourdough Bread — [SOW-er-doh bred]
Order
I'd like some sourdough bread, please.
Say locally
A tangy, naturally-leavened bread that is a San Francisco staple.
Why try it?
Sourdough Bread stands as a culinary icon of San Francisco, renowned for its unique tangy flavor and artisanal quality. Experiencing this bread is a must for understanding the city's storied baking traditions and local tastes.
How it tastes
Enjoy a distinctively tangy flavor with a crispy crust and a chewy, airy crumb. It has a complex aroma, often slightly sour, resulting from the natural fermentation process.
Origin & History — first documented: 1849
Sourdough Bread became a staple during the California Gold Rush in 1849, as miners and settlers were drawn to its long shelf life and unique flavor. The local conditions in San Francisco favored its production, thus making it a longstanding emblem of the city.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g flour
- 🥕 350 ml water
- 🧂 10 g salt
- 🌾 200 g sourdough starter
Method
- 1 Mix flour, water, salt, and starter into a dough.
- 2 Let the dough rise at room temperature until doubled.
- 3 Shape the dough, let it rise again in a proofing basket.
- 4 Bake in a hot oven until golden brown with a hard crust.
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