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Sourdough Bagels

  • Author: urbanrecipes1gmail-com
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious, chewy sourdough bagels that are perfect for breakfast or a snack, made with a nutritious sourdough starter.

Ingredients

  • 150g active, bubbly starter
  • 250g warm water
  • 500g bread flour
  • 40g sugar
  • 11g salt
  • 20g honey (for the boil bath)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 150g active starter, 250g warm water, and 40g sugar. Mix by hand until it looks like a milky liquid.
  2. Add 500g bread flour and 11g salt to the bowl. Mix until everything is included.
  3. Now, knead the dough for 5-6 minutes. To knead, pull a small section of dough, fold it over, and push into the dough. Repeat while turning the bowl clockwise.
  4. Cover the dough and let it rest for 60 minutes.
  5. After 1 hour, repeat the ‘stretch, fold and push’ routine for 30 seconds.
  6. Cover the dough with a reusable shower cap and place it in a warm area to rise.
  7. Leave the dough to rise until it doubles in size. This can take 480-720 minutes, depending on your kitchen temperature.
  8. Once risen, gently place the dough on a work surface.
  9. Stretch and shape the dough into a rectangle, about 1/2 inch high. Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces.
  10. Shape each piece into a smooth ball, then use your thumb to create a hole in the center, stretching it gently.
  11. Place the shaped bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover them with a damp tea towel and let them puff up for 20-60 minutes.
  12. While your bagels rise, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  13. Fill a large pot with water, add 20g honey, and bring it to a boil.
  14. Carefully drop 2-3 bagels into the boiling water and boil for 30 seconds on each side.
  15. Use a slotted spoon to scoop them out and place them on a cooling rack. Repeat until all bagels are boiled.
  16. If you want toppings, sprinkle them on a plate and dip the top of each bagel.
  17. Bake the Sourdough Bagels for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
  18. Let them cool on a wire rack.
  19. For a special treat, slice one open while warm and spread some butter on it.

Notes

Ensure your sourdough starter is active for best results. Kneading is crucial for chewy texture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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