How to Make Sourdough Bread


Sourdough bread is made using a natural fermentation process, without commercial yeast. To begin, you need a sourdough starter, which is a mixture of flour and water that has been left to ferment over several days. It contains wild yeast and beneficial bacteria that help the dough rise and give it its signature tangy flavor.


To make the bread, combine the active sourdough starter with flour, water, and salt. Mix well and let the dough rest for 30 minutes to an hour. Then, perform a few sets of stretch and folds over a few hours to strengthen the dough. After bulk fermentation (about 4–6 hours), shape the dough into a round or oval loaf and let it rise again in a bowl or banneton (proofing basket 


Let the bread cool before slicing. The result is a chewy, flavorful loaf with a crisp crust and airy interior. It takes time and patience, but homemade sourdough is truly worth the effort!


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