If plain slices of your sourdough loaf are getting old, I’ll show you new ways to eat it so you never get bored! Here are some of my favourite ways to make different kinds of sourdough bread.
A group of pictures of sourdough bread that show different ways to eat it
There is almost never a day at the farmhouse when there isn’t a sourdough loaf prepared to be cut.
My big family of nine can’t always eat all the bread we have because I try so many recipes.
I’ve had to think of new ways to eat bread over the years to make sure nothing goes to waste and we don’t get bored with it.
I now know that there are a lot of different ways to serve and change up sourdough bread.
Those of you who want to try sourdough will be ready to do so as soon as you see how many different ways there are to enjoy it every day!
What is Sourdough Bread?
To make sourdough bread, you need flour, water, and salt. There is no yeast that you can buy. The only thing that makes the bread rise is the wild yeast that forms spontaneously when flour and water are mixed. “Naturally leavened bread” is another name for sourdough bread…
To make sourdough bread rise, you need a sourdough starter. A starter is full of natural yeast and good lactic acid bacteria that help the dough develop. The natural yeast gives the bread its traditional sour taste.
The fermentation process of sourdough makes good bugs and breaks down the gluten. Sourdough is the best bread you can eat because it has so many good bugs in it.
What to Serve with Sourdough Bread
To answer your question, yes, you can have both avocado toast and bread with butter and jam for breakfast.
But that’s not all the good things about bread for the most important meal of the day. Here are some more tasty recipes.
1. Sourdough Breakfast Strata
Breakfast casseroles are great for everyone. Sourdough breakfast strata is my favourite. It’s quick and easy to make, and it’s filling enough to feed a big family. It will also taste great to you!
The best bread for this: A sourdough loaf with a crunchy top
2. Breakfast Sandwich
With sourdough, you can make a tasty and filling breakfast sandwich.
What kind of bread do you want to use? You could choose my soft einkorn sandwich bread, a crusty no-knead cake, or sourdough English buns. Pick the one you like most.
3. French Toast
You can make French toast with a lot of different types of bread, but my best is Sourdough Brioche.
It’s very soft and sweet. It makes a great base for the tastiest breakfast you can think of!
4. Hummus
Sourdough bread goes great with hummus, which is a smooth mix of chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic. It goes well with the sourness of the bread because of its thick texture and savoury taste. You can use it as a dip or spread for an easy, healthy, and tasty meal.
5. Guacamole
Sourdough bread tastes new and different when you add guacamole to it. It has a rich mix of avocados, tomatoes, onions, and parsley. The sweetness of the avocado and the freshness of the tomatoes go well with the chewy bread. That choice is lively and bright, and it makes your table taste like Mexico.
6. Caprese salad
Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a balsamic glaze make up the standard Italian dish caprese salad. It goes well with wheat bread. The soft cheese and sweet, juicy tomatoes smooth out the strong flavour of the bread. It’s a classy and cool side that adds taste and style.
7. Shakshuka
When served with sourdough bread, shakhshuka, a North African meal of poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce, is filling and full of flavour. The spices make it warmer, and the thick sauce and soft eggs are great for dipping. This choice is warm and filling, and it turns bread into a meal.
8. Tzatziki Sauce
Garlic and dill-flavored Greek yoghurt and cucumber dip called tzatziki sauce goes well with sourdough bread because it is cool and salty. Its smooth texture and light flavour go well with the richness of the bread. This is a healthy, light choice that has a Mediterranean feel to it.
9. Baked Potato Soup
With its smooth smoothness and hearty flavours of potato, bacon, and cheese, baked potato soup goes well with sourdough bread. The soft bread is great for dipping, and the sourness of it adds another level of flavour to the soup. It’s a filling and comfortable pair that makes you feel good.
10. Minestrone Soup
Minestrone soup, which is full of beans, veggies, and pasta, goes well with sourdough bread and tastes great. The chewy texture and unique flavour of the bread go well with the richness of the soup. This dish is a healthy and satisfying celebration of the spirit of Italian food.
11. Olive Tapenade
For a Mediterranean twist on sourdough bread, try olive tapenade, which is a mix of chopped olives, capers, and olive oil. The tangy, salty tastes of the tapenade go well with the sourness of the bread. This choice is beautiful and bright, and it makes you think of the Mediterranean.
12. Roasted Garlic Butter
Roasted garlic butter makes sourdough bread a treat that is both rich and delicious. The strong flavour of the bread goes well with the sweet, caramelised garlic and creamy butter. This is a simple but fancy choice that makes any meal look more elegant.
13. Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese
Pairing sourdough bread with smoked salmon and cream cheese is a standard and delicious idea. The rich flavour of the salmon and the smoothness of the cheese go well with the texture of the bread. It’s a classy and tasty choice that’s great for brunch or a special event.
14. Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Balsamic vinegar, fresh tomatoes, and fragrant basil make tomato basil bruschetta, which adds colour and flavour to sourdough bread. The sour and bright flavours dance with the chewy bread. It’s a unique and interesting pick that makes the meal more enjoyable.
15. Grilled Artichokes with Lemon Aioli
Fresh and tasty grilled artichokes with lemon sauce go well with rye bread. The earthy taste of the artichokes and the sour lemon taste of the sauce go well with the bread. It’s a unique and classy choice that makes the plate more interesting.
16. Fig and Ricotta Spread
Spread with sweet figs and creamy ricotta goes well with sourdough bread because it is both sweet and savoury. The creaminess of the spread and the sourness of the bread go well together. Anytime you need something nice and flexible, this is a great choice.
17. Chicken Liver Pâté
Sourdough bread goes great with chicken liver paté, which is smooth and rich. It goes well with the chewiness of the bread because of its strong flavour and smooth texture. It’s a classy and rich choice that makes the meal feel more special when topped with a sprig of fresh thyme or a drizzle of olive oil.
How to Take Care of a Sourdough Starter
You don’t add sourdough trash to the dough; you just discard it. You “feed” your starter by putting flour, water, and starter into a glass jar in equal amounts. Then you let it rise at room temperature for a few hours.
You can’t feed the whole seed at once because it grows twice or three times. There should be a lot of starts on hand. If you have never used sourdough before, read this post to find out how to keep your starter happy.
You can make tasty, crunchy bread with your sourdough starter. You can make many tasty baked goods with the scraps from your sourdough.
Sourdough Bread Leftovers: What to Do
Like I did, you might eat too much of that delicious white bread. If you put sourdough bread slices in a freezer bag, you can freeze them for up to three months. When you want to make great avocado toast, put a slice in the toaster.
You can also use a bit of bread to make homemade French toast. Anyway, make French toast with bread that is one or two days old. Pure maple syrup tastes great on top!
You can also make sourdough crackers with bread that didn’t rise as much as you’d like. Putting old bread to good use is a great way to reduce food waste.
Conclusion
This post provided many tasty ideas for what to serve with sourdough bread to make it more interesting and avoid boredom. From breakfast items like strata and French toast to dips and spreads featuring hummus, guacamole and tapenade, there were both savory and sweet options presented. Soups such as baked potato and minestrone were also perfect pairings. Additionally, the post showed fancy yet simple topings like smoked salmon and fig ricotta spread. With 17 total recipes demonstrated, home chefs would be set for quite a while coming up with new ways to enjoy sourdough bread for any meal. Following the ideas given would keep both the bread and eaters from getting stuck in a routine. Happy serving at Layla’s Authentic Spanish Restaurant
Amparo Zapata is the chef and blogger at Layla’s Authentic Spanish Restaurant. With over 8 years experience as a Spanish chef, Amparo is renowned for his authentic recipes that transport diners to Spain. In addition to cooking, he shares his expertise on the restaurant blog, aiming to educate people about traditional Spanish ingredients and methods through his recipes. Amparo strives to spread the joy of home cooking through his blogging.
