{"id":788,"date":"2025-12-03T14:38:34","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T12:38:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blume.lv\/?p=788"},"modified":"2025-12-03T14:38:34","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T12:38:34","slug":"sourdough-hybrid-focaccia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koroche.eu\/index.php\/2025\/12\/03\/sourdough-hybrid-focaccia\/","title":{"rendered":"Sourdough Hybrid Focaccia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>with Optional Yeast and Cold Fermentation<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sourdough Hybrid Focaccia (with Optional Cold Fermentation)<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dough Formula<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>400 g 00 flour (100%)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>300 g water (75%)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>80 g active sourdough starter (20%)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>8 g salt (2%)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>12 g extra virgin olive oil (3%)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 g instant yeast (optional, for a more reliable rise)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You can also use a 50\/50 mix of all-purpose flour and strong bread flour.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Mix the Dough<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Combine all ingredients in a bowl until the dough comes together.<br>It will be soft and slightly sticky \u2014 perfect for focaccia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Rest \u2014 1 hour<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cover and let the dough rest for 1 hour to relax the gluten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Strengthen the Dough<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With wet hands, perform several <strong>stretch-and-folds<\/strong>.<br>Rest for another 1 hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then complete <strong>3 coil folds<\/strong>, spaced <strong>30\u201345 minutes<\/strong> apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gives the focaccia a beautifully open, airy crumb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Fermentation Options<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Option A \u2014 Same-Day Bake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let the dough rise at room temperature until it increases in size (almost doubled).<br>The small amount of yeast speeds this up slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Option B \u2014 Cold Fermentation (recommended)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After the last coil fold, let the dough sit at room temperature for about <strong>1 hour<\/strong>,<br>then refrigerate for <strong>8\u201324 hours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold fermentation improves flavor, texture and handling \u2014 perfect for focaccia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Pan Preparation<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Generously oil a baking tray.<br>Gently transfer the dough onto the tray and stretch it toward the corners.<br>Cover and let it rest until relaxed and puffy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Dimpling &amp; Toppings<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>About <strong>1\u20132 hours before baking<\/strong>, dimple the dough with your fingertips.<br>Drizzle with olive oil and add any toppings you like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>rosemary + flaky salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cherry tomatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>olives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>caramelized onions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>garlic oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Bake<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bake at 230\u00b0C (450\u00b0F) for 20\u201325 minutes<\/strong>,<br>until golden and crisp on the edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Enjoy<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow the focaccia to cool slightly before slicing.<br>Soft, airy, fragrant \u2014 the perfect hybrid of sourdough depth and Italian lightness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>with Optional Yeast and Cold Fermentation Sourdough Hybrid Focaccia (with Optional Cold Fermentation) Dough Formula You can also use a 50\/50 mix of all-purpose flour and strong bread flour. Instructions 1. 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