Description
This Easy Sourdough Starter Recipe offers a straightforward guide to cultivating your very own wild yeast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (120g) whole wheat or all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120ml) filtered or non-chlorinated water
Instructions
- In a clean glass jar or bowl, pour 1 cup of flour and add 1/2 cup of filtered or non-chlorinated water. Stir until smooth.
- For the next 5 to 7 days, discard half of the starter daily and replenish with equal parts water and flour.
- Watch for bubbles and a sour smell, indicating fermentation.
- Perform the float test to check readiness.
- If not baking regularly, store in the refrigerator, feeding once a week.
Notes
Patience is key; some starters may take longer than a week to become fully active.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies based on recipe used with the starter
- Category: Bread
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately varies based on recipe usage
- Sodium: Depending on added ingredients in recipes
- Protein: Approximately varies based on flour type used