Discover the rustic charm of Eastern Europe with this Czech Sourdough Rye Bread Umava, made effortlessly in your bread machine. This hearty loaf combines the tang of an active sourdough starter with the earthy flavor of rye flour, accented by aromatic caraway seeds and a touch of molasses for subtle sweetness. Easy to prepare with just 10 minutes of hands-on time, this recipe embraces the traditional flavors of Czech baking while utilizing modern convenience. Perfectly soft yet sturdy, this bread is ideal for pairing with butter, cheese, or charcuterie for an authentic culinary experience. Whether you’re savoring it warm from the machine or toasting it the next day, this versatile loaf is a must-try for bread enthusiasts. Keywords: Czech sourdough rye bread, rye bread recipe, bread machine sourdough, caraway bread, traditional Czech bread.
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Ensure your sourdough starter is active by feeding it 4-6 hours before beginning the recipe. It should be bubbly and double in volume.
In the bread machine pan, pour in the warm water followed by the sourdough starter.
Add the caraway seeds, salt, and molasses for flavor.
Gradually add the rye flour and bread flour on top of the wet ingredients.
If you're using instant yeast to assist the rise, sprinkle it on top of the dry flour. (Note: This step is optional.)
Place the bread machine pan into the machine and select the 'Whole Wheat' or 'Basic' setting with a medium crust level.
Start the bread machine and allow it to knead, rise, and bake. This process typically takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes, depending on your machine settings.
After baking, remove the bread pan carefully (it will be hot!) and let the loaf cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Serve the rye bread with butter, cheese, or charcuterie for an authentic Czech experience. Enjoy!
Serving size | (961.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1906.5 |
Total Fat 9.4g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 1.5g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 3559.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 412.7g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 42.2g | 0% |
Total Sugars 17.7g | |
Protein 59.5g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 189.6mg | 0% |
Iron 21.1mg | 0% |
Potassium 1739.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories