Description
These Quick Sourdough Discard Garlic Knots are a delicious and easy way to use up sourdough starter discard. Infused with garlic, oregano, and black pepper, these soft and flavorful knots are brushed with an egg wash for a golden finish and perfect for serving warm as a snack or alongside your favorite meal.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 2 cups sourdough discard (at room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (organic recommended)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (high-quality extra virgin)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Topping
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the knots.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough discard, flour, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until a rough dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which helps develop the gluten for better texture.
- Shape Knots: Divide the dough into small pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and twist it into a knot shape to form the garlic knots.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the knots on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, making sure to leave space between each for expansion during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg and brush the mixture over each knot to provide a beautiful golden crust once baked.
- Bake: Bake the knots in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle fresh parsley on top and serve the garlic knots warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Make sure the sourdough discard is at room temperature for better dough consistency.
- Kneading times may vary slightly; the dough should be smooth and elastic but not sticky.
- You can substitute the all-purpose flour with bread flour for a chewier texture.
- Fresh garlic can be adjusted to taste; more garlic will intensify the flavor.
- For a vegan option, omit the egg wash or substitute with a plant-based milk wash.
- Store any leftover garlic knots in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: sourdough discard, garlic knots, quick bread recipe, sourdough bread, garlic bread, easy garlic knots, homemade bread, Italian bread snack
