sourdough discard recipes

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My sourdough discard inspiration seems to know no bounds lately as I have been mixing discard into endless creations. This sourdough hashbrown pancake combines the starchy comfort of shredded potatoes and carrots, tangy sourdough discard, and aromatic alliums, herbs, and spices. Pan frying then baking the sourdough hashbrown pancake gives it a crisp and chewy crust and allows the insides to bake harmoniously. It is another fabulous use for turning sourdough discard into a meal that can be enjoyed with a side of eggs for breakfast or topped with yogurt and greens for a hearty lunch. Add some cheese or meat and call it dinner. It truly is that versatile.

ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup + 3 tablespoons sourdough discard
  • 2 ¼ cups carrots, shredded
  • 2 cups potatoes, unpeeled and shredded
  • 1 cup red onions, sliced (I used pickled)
  • ¼ cup scallions, sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons parsley 
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F. 

In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup of the discard and place the shredded carrots, potatoes, and scallions on top. Then add the crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, parsley, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let cook for 7-8 minutes then flip and cook for another 7-8 minutes.

Place the pan with the hashbrown in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until evenly cooked through. The exterior will crisp up nicely and the inside will be soft but cooked. Serve warm plain or with your choice of condiment!

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This sourdough strawberry coconut lime cake is very much a “celebration of spring-and-dreaming-of-strawberry-season” confection. The sourdough starter adds extra moisture and flavor to complement the tang of the strawberries and lime. Coconut flour and shredded coconut add texture to the almost custard-like consistency. The recipe can be easily doubled for an even larger helping. Sourdough strawberry coconut lime cake combines many of my favorite ingredients into one delicious, well-spiced, not-too-sweet, delight. 

ingredients

  • ½ cup coconut flour
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ cup sourdough starter discard
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • ¼ cup half & half or milk
  • 1 ½ cups strawberries, sliced
  • Powdered sugar

steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the coconut flour, shredded coconut, all-purpose flour, salt, and ginger, and set aside. In a large bowl, mix together the starter, sugar, and eggs until combined. Add in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and lime zest, and continue to mix. Slowly add in the half & half and mix until it is fully incorporated then slowly add in the flour mixture until evenly combined. Carefully fold in the strawberries making sure not to crush them.

Pour into a springform pan lightly greased and lined with parchment paper. Bake for 45 minutes until a knife or toothpick emerges clean when poking the center. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm, cold, or at room temperature!

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Sourdough discard gives these sourdough sun-dried tomato, olive, and parmesan biscuits a nice tang and depth of flavor. Sun-dried tomatoes and olives seem to go hand in hand, made even better with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

These sourdough biscuits are fluffy, but not too big that they are overwhelming, and can be eaten plain, with a pat of butter, some ricotta, or made into a delectable sandwich. Sourdough biscuits are a perfect use for extra sourdough discard. 

ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda 
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • ½ cup (1 stick) butter, cold and cut into ½ inch cubes
  • ½ cup whole milk or half & half
  • ¾ cup sun dried tomatoes, sliced
  • ½ cup olives, sliced
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated and divided
  • 1 cup sourdough starter discard

steps

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and dried herbs and mix. Add in the butter and using a pastry blender, cut and press the butter into the flour/herb mixture until it is the size of peas. Slowly pour in the milk and mix using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, taking care to be gentle with the dough. Add in the sun dried tomatoes, olives, and ¼ cup of the parmesan cheese, reserving the rest to sprinkle on top later. Gently stir until combined then slowly pour in the sourdough discard. Mix the dough until it is combined and not too sticky. If it seems too sticky, add in more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. 

Carefully transfer the dough to a floured surface and pat it down then fold it like a letter, then pat it down, rotate it and fold it like a letter once more. Flatten the dough onto the surface and using a 2 ¾-inch round cutter, cut 12 biscuits out of the dough. Do this by cutting out as many as you can at first, then folding the remaining dough scraps into each other, flattening it, then cutting out the remaining biscuits. Be careful not too handle the dough too much as this will melt the butter.

Transfer the biscuits to a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 1 hour.

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 425°F. Remove the biscuits from the freezer and place them directly into the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until fluffy and golden.

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Behold: another wonderful use for precious sourdough discard, this time in a flatbread/pancake form. This sourdough artichoke pancake with spicy tomato labneh is filled with herbs and artichoke hearts and fried up to a beautiful crispness. Feel free to mix and match different herbs and spices, but the below combination works quite well. The savory artichokes, fragrant chives and parsley, and spicy tomato labneh, make this sourdough artichoke pancake a tasty snack or satisfying meal. 

ingredients

for the artichoke pancake

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 3 garlic cloves, sliced
  • ½ cup artichoke hearts, diced
  • 1 tablespoon chives
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • ½ cup sourdough discard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

for the tomato labneh

  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup labneh
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

artichoke pancake steps

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an 8-inch pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 2-4 minutes, until golden. Add the diced artichoke heart, chives, and parsley and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Swirl it around so that it evenly coats the pan. Pour the sourdough discard into the pan and add the salt and pepper. Let it cook until the edges begin to brown, about 4 minutes, then add the garlic and artichokes. Cook for another 4 minutes then flip and cook for another 4 minutes until the edges are crisp and golden. The pancake will puff up as it cooks.

tomato labneh steps

Mix the tomato sauce, labneh, and crushed red pepper until evenly combined. Serve chilled alongside the artichoke pancake.