Description
Starting a sourdough starter is easier than you think! This beginner-friendly method will have you bubbling and rising in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cups Water
- 1/4 cup cups Whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cups Filtered water
Instructions
- In a clean glass jar, mix together the all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour.
- Add the 1/2 cup of filtered water and stir until there are no dry lumps.
- Cover the jar with a clean cloth or a lid that is not airtight, allowing air to flow in.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature (around 70°F or 21°C) for 24 hours.
- After 24 hours, check for bubbles. If you see some, it means fermentation has started. If not, wait another day.
- Feed the starter by discarding half of the mixture and adding 1/2 cup of water and 1 cup of flour. Stir well.
- Repeat this feeding process every 24 hours for about 5-7 days, or until your starter is bubbly and has doubled in size within a few hours of feeding.
Notes
- Use a non-reactive container like glass or plastic for your starter.
- If your starter develops a dark liquid on top, it’s called hooch and can be stirred back in or discarded.
- A healthy sourdough starter should have a pleasant, tangy smell.
- Once established, you can refrigerate your starter and feed it once a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 0
- Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0.5
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