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Sourdough starter, made with wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria, was the OG method for making leavened bread.
This was the first type of bread made that wasn’t a flatbread and was consumed even in ancient Egypt. In a time when many Americans just go to a grocery store to buy bread created for mass consumption, interest in this ancient bread has skyrocketed since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Go on social media and you’ll find many groups and accounts dedicated to the creation of sourdough bread. People feed their sourdough starter, name them and ask fellow bakers for advice when something goes wrong with it. Even Taylor Swift recently admitted to being obsessed with making sourdough bread in the New Heights podcast with her boyfriend Travis Kelce.
What makes sourdough so appealing? First, it’s about its simplicity. We eat foods every day that contain a dozen or more ingredients, and most of the time we have no idea what we are eating. Sourdough consists of only three ingredients—flour, water and salt. Next, sourdough starter breaks down gluten, so it’s gentler for people with sensitivities. The fermentation process gives the bread its tangy taste and provides prebiotics for optimal gut health. The bread also has a lower glycemic index than other breads, so blood sugar levels are better regulated. The nutrient profile of sourdough bread is also higher than your average loaf of bread.
However, health reasons are not the only motive for people baking this bread. Sourdough has a different texture and taste than other popular breads. It’s chewy and crispy to bite into. And many people love the special taste fermentation gives the bread.
Sourdough aficionados also love the process of making the bread. It’s a soothing hobby, the product is healthy and yummy to eat, and there’s a big community to bond over the activity with. Don’t yet want to dive into making your own sourdough? While not an exhaustive list, here are some local businesses where you can try and buy the bread:
Great Harvest Bread Co.
Great Harvest is known for not only its breads but also its King Cakes, sweet treats and sandwiches. However, if you’re on a quest for tasty sourdough, their version is described as “a true hard crust San Franciso bread” and they encourage people to eat it with their garlic herb spread.
The Bekery
At The Bekery, you’ve no doubt seen your share of croissants and baguettes, but don’t let their house-made Country Sourdough pass you by. Grab a soothing cup of coffee and enjoy their avocado toast made with sourdough.
Helen St. Bakehouse
This local bakery’s mission is to create quality “naturally leavened bread,” so you can expect to find sourdough in its lineup. You can purchase loafs or indulge in one of their many sandwich options made with their Country Sourdough. Don’t forget to grab a pastry while you’re there!
Sourdough by Mildred
Sourdough by Mildred specializes in all things sourdough. You can find Mildred at the weekly Lake Charles Farm & Table Market and at other local pop-up events. For special orders, she needs a 48-hour notice.
With a large range of sourdough bread flavors, there’s a loaf for every pallet. Buy the Classic, Everything But The Bagel, Everything + Cheddar, Garlic Parm, Cranberry Orange or even Triple Chocolate sourdough. Other sourdough products include breadcrumbs, crackers and cookies, such as the Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Toffee.
