Using sourdough discard to make pizza is a fantastic way to reduce waste and add a delicious tangy flavor to your crust. Here’s a simple recipe for sourdough discard pizza:
Sourdough Discard Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 1 cup (240g) sourdough discard (unfed starter)
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour (or bread flour for a chewier crust)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 1 tsp instant yeast (optional, for a quicker rise)
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup (120ml) warm water (adjust as needed)
- For the toppings:
- ½ cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Your favorite toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, etc.)
- Fresh basil or oregano (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough discard, flour, salt, sugar, and yeast (if using). Mix well.
- Add olive oil and warm water gradually, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1-2 hours at room temperature (or overnight in the fridge for a slower fermentation).
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or as high as it will go. If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- Shape the dough:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two portions if you want to make two smaller pizzas.
- Roll or stretch the dough into your desired pizza shape on a floured surface or parchment paper.
- Add toppings:
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the dough.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and add your favorite toppings.
- Bake:
- Transfer the pizza (with parchment paper if needed) to the preheated oven or pizza stone.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Finish and serve:
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil or oregano, slice, and enjoy!
Tips:
- If you don’t use yeast, the crust will be denser but still delicious. Allow extra time for the dough to rise.
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 3-5 minutes before adding toppings.
- Experiment with different flours (e.g., whole wheat, spelt) for added flavor and texture.
Enjoy your sourdough discard pizza! 🍕
