Tangzhong (milk bread starter)

Source: Japanese Milk Bread Rolls.

Enough for one batch of Japanese milk bread rolls.

Hydration
600 %
Total flour
45 g

Ingredients

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AmountIngredientBaker's percentage
135gWater300 %
135gMilkwhole300 %
45gBread flour100 %

Method

  1. Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan and whisk until no lumps remain.
  2. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until thick and the whisk leaves lines on the bottom of the pan, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Move the tangzhong to a small bowl and let it cool to room temperature.