I've always used baking soda, but if I were to try lye does that solution also get boiled or just dip at room temperature? Are there any safety precautions that should be taken? My understanding of lye is solely informed by the Fight Club movie lol.
Perfect timing, Martin! This showed up in my inbox the same day my sisters showed up at our vacation rental with burgers for the next day. I had already fed Bunhilde, my sourdough starter, so I was all ready to go! I made round buns for the burgers and they were delicious. My six-year-old son gave them two thumbs up.
I've always used baking soda, but if I were to try lye does that solution also get boiled or just dip at room temperature? Are there any safety precautions that should be taken? My understanding of lye is solely informed by the Fight Club movie lol.
“The first rule of” *pretzel making* with lye is no boiling. It’s very caustic and can blind you. But, during baking it neutralizes and the texture, color, and flavor cannot be beaten. Here’s a good reference! https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/blog/2021/05/20/a-bakers-tips-for-safely-working-with-lye
Hope you guys are beating the heat, Leah!
M
Perfect timing, Martin! This showed up in my inbox the same day my sisters showed up at our vacation rental with burgers for the next day. I had already fed Bunhilde, my sourdough starter, so I was all ready to go! I made round buns for the burgers and they were delicious. My six-year-old son gave them two thumbs up.
This is so great! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Bunhilde, best sourdough name ever!
M
Are your buns made with baking soda?? Never in my life I got this color without lye!
Hey Luna, yes! Recipe is above! Everything pictured is with baking soda. 👍🏻