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Sourdough breadsticks
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5 from 2 votes

Simple Sourdough Breadsticks

Prep Time28 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Proving4 hours
Total Time4 hours 48 minutes
Course: Aperitif
Keyword: breadsticks,, grissini,
Servings: 30 Breadsticks, approx

Ingredients

  • 400 g strong white bread flour
  • 220 g water 38C
  • Tbls olive oil
  • 7 g sea salt
  • 150 g active starter

Flavour options:

  • Parmesan
  • Chilli flakes
  • Fennel seeds
  • Rosemary
  • Sesame seeds
  • Poppy seeds
  • Egg wash or olive oil
  • Maize flour for dusting
  • chopped black olives

Instructions

  • Combine the flour and salt in a bowl, then add the oil. In another bowl mix the water and starter. Add to the flour and mix.
  • Knead for 5 minutes, then cover and leave for a minimum of 3 hours at room temperature (18-23C).
  • Tip the dough out onto a surface dusted with maize and white flour. Take a rolling pin or simply pat out to approximately 1cm in thickens. Brush with egg wash or olive oil. Sprinkle with chosen flavourings and press into the dough.
  • Cut the dough into strips with a pizza cutter or sharp knife. Stretch a little and double over and twist. Place them on a baking tray and cover with a tea towel.
  • Let the dough strips ferment for 1 hour. Preheat your oven to 230ºCfan.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Let them cool on wire rack. Best eaten on the day of baking.