Did you ever try something so delicious that you wanted to make it over and over again? That’s how I feel about the ballerina farm sourdough. This traditional recipe is made with flavorful ingredients. It's surprisingly simple yet incredibly flavorful and pairs well with a wide variety of dishes.So, are you interested to learn how to make ballerina farm sourdough? Then you’re in the right place as I share the ingredients, cooking tips, nutrition information, and more!
In a mixing bowl, combine the active starter, sea salt, and all-purpose flour. Slowly add 735 g. of water while stirring the mixture with your hands. Add an additional 50 g. of water if needed (dough should be relatively soft).
Once combined, cover the dough with plastic wrap and allow it to rest at room temperature for at least 4 hours. After resting, divide the dough into two equal-sized pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in an iron pot that has been lightly greased with oil.
Let the dough balls rise in the pot for 1-2 hours. The dough should double in size during this time. Preheat the oven to 500°F/260°C and place a baking stone on the middle rack of your oven. Place a kitchen scale next to the oven so you can weigh out how much flour to use for the crust.
Place the pot in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 400°F/200°C and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.Remove the pot from the oven and place it on a cooling rack. Allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing into it.
Notes
Dissolve the salt in the water before adding it to the dough – this helps to prevent the salt from forming lumps.
Knead the dough until it forms a smooth ball – this will ensure that all of the ingredients are evenly combined.
Allow the dough to rest for at least 4 hours – this gives it time to develop flavor and texture.
Place a kitchen scale next to the oven – this will allow you to weigh out how much flour to use for the crust.
Preheat the oven to 500°F/260°C before baking – this temperature helps create a crisp and golden crust on your bread.