March 8, 2020 - 9:59am
when to add the leavan
When should i add my levain i mix it with water and i add the flour or i mix flour and water salt than i add the levain
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When should i add my levain i mix it with water and i add the flour or i mix flour and water salt than i add the levain
mix flour and water first (just mix - no need to knead) then wait about half an hour - this will start the gluten developing, it's called an 'autolyse' - then add the salt.
Make sure the salt is properly combined in; and then add the levain.
After that you can start the process of developing the gluten, for example by a series of 'stretch and folds' with about 20 mins in between each set. Search on this forum for more info...
Good luck! Don't be afraid to ask if you need more help :)