I needed to escape the negative mental space of just being a mom and wife. I needed to be good in something that is going to give me a challenge and allow my mind to process something other than activities and dinners. Sourdough has became a new passion for me, and I am very passionate about it so far!

Characteristics

She's lazy in the cold and eager with a heater pad under her bottom. She has an amazing balanced flavour, yet can easily be mistreated for a bit of a more sour taste. Her discard gives life to every day dishes such as onion rings, brownies, sandwich loaves and vetkoek (South African dish similar to fry bread). Her bread is amazing so far, my skill is just lacking still.

Viscocity

Taste & flavour

Recipe

Starting ingredients

100g Bread flour
100g Water
100g Starter

Feeding ingredients

100g Water
100g Bread flour

Discard started completely, add tepid tap water, stir. Add flour and stir until combined. Return 300g into warmed glass bottle, give a solid motivational talk and place in the microwave.

100g Water 100g Bread flour

Working method

Marietjie is a 100% Hydration starter (1:1:1), strong in flavour and pleasant smell. Rises well in ideal temperatures, and slower in South African winter.

100g Bread flour 100g Water 100g Starter