Lectin-Free Sourdough Bread: Rediscovering My Love for Bread
Photo by Claudia Curici, Creativeinmykitchen.com
Growing up in Germany, bread was much more than just food – it was a way of life. In Germany, bread is present at nearly every meal, from the hearty breakfasts to cozy dinners. And with countless varieties, it’s a baker’s paradise! But when I began my lectin-free journey, I had to say goodbye to this beloved staple. Traditional bread, after all, is made with wheat, which contains lectins – proteins that can be hard to digest for some people. For years, I simply went without bread, and although I embraced new foods, I missed that comforting slice more than I expected.
Then everything changed thanks to my friend, Claudia Curici, from Creative in My Kitchen. Claudia managed to create a sourdough bread that’s completely lectin-free, without any wheat flour. This discovery was a total game-changer! Imagine biting into warm, crusty sourdough, with all its rich, tangy flavor, but without the lectins. I was thrilled!
Claudia’s recipe isn’t just a quick “swap this flour” type of solution – she has meticulously developed a process that includes a lectin-free sourdough starter and the bread-making steps to follow. Her guide takes you through everything, making it achievable even for those who may feel intimidated by baking. Here is the link to her “Beginner’s Guide to Baking Gluten-Free Sourdough Bread”.
But it doesn’t stop there! On her site, Claudia has crafted so many lectin-free goodies: from focaccia to croissants to bagels – all without lectins. So, if you’re like me and thought bread was off-limits on a lectin-free lifestyle, I encourage you to jump over to Creative in My Kitchen and check out her recipes.
With a little time, you too could be enjoying delicious, wholesome, lectin-free bread and rediscovering the joy of a good slice – just like I did!
