Sourdough Garlic Knots!
Just wait till you see how easy these are to make!🤤
Ingredients:
•100g Active starter
•1.5 sticks unsalted butter
•42g honey
•10g salt
•270g filtered water (room temp)
•500g bread flour
•Parmesan cheese
•Parsley flakes
Instructions:
-Add all of the ingredients (only 1/4 cup butter) to a stand mixer with dough hook attachment
-Mix low speed for 8-10 mins. It should be smooth on the surface and should pull away from the sides of the bowl
-Remove the bowl from the mixer and cover with plastic wrap or a shower cap until it doubles in size (8-10 hours)
-Flour your surface and transfer the dough, then let it rest for 10 minutes
-Sprinkle flour on the dough and divide it into 12 equal sections (~80g each)
-Roll each section into a log, gently stretch, tie it into a knot and tuck the ends underneath
-Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray
-Place each knot on the tray, sprinkle garlic salt on top and cover with a clean towel until they rise roughly 30% and look puffy
-Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and bake for 20 minutes or until they’re golden brown on top
-While they cook, bring 1/2 stick of butter and one tablespoon of minced garlic to a simmer
-Remove the knots from the oven and top them with the garlic butter. Sprinkle parsley flakes and top with parmasean cheese
ENJOY!!😋
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Sourdough garlic knots combine the tangy depth of sourdough with the irresistible flavor of garlic and herb butter, making them a perfect snack or side for any meal. To enhance your results, it's essential to use an active sourdough starter that has been recently fed and is bubbly. This ensures good fermentation and proper rise, which the recipe's 8-10 hour proofing period accommodates beautifully. When shaping the dough into knots, lightly flour your hands and work gently to avoid deflating the dough, maintaining the air pockets that give these knots their soft texture. Sprinkling garlic salt before the second rise infuses the dough with flavor without overpowering the taste. The garlic butter topping is crucial for that rich, savory finish. Using real minced garlic sautéed briefly with butter allows the garlic flavor to mellow and integrate smoothly. Sprinkling freshly grated parmesan cheese and parsley flakes on top after baking adds a nice contrast of texture and a pop of color. For best results, serve these knots warm from the oven alongside soups, salads, or pasta dishes. Leftovers store well in airtight containers and can be reheated in the oven to restore crispness. Experimenting with additional toppings like crushed red pepper or Italian herbs can tailor these sourdough garlic knots to your taste preferences. Their simple yet flavorful profile is sure to become a family favorite, especially for those who enjoy baking bread and experimenting with sourdough at home.
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