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This is the tried-and-true method we use for making sourdough starter here at King Arthur, and we feel you'll have success with our sourdough starter recipe.
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Feb 28, 2024 · You’re in the right place. We’ve pulled together our sourdough resources to create a guide that takes you from beginner to baker. Start by making (or buying!) a sourdough starter, learn how to feed and maintain it, then begin baking with our classic recipes.
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- To store your starter at room temperature: Stir the starter thoroughly. Spoon 1/2 cup (113g) starter into a bowl; either discard the remaining starter or use it in another recipe (see "tips," below).
- Repeat this process every 12 hours, feeding the starter twice a day. Remove starter to bake with as soon as it's expanded and bubbly, then feed the remaining starter immediately; revert to your normal 12-hour schedule for subsequent feedings.
- To store your starter in the refrigerator: Take the starter out of the fridge; there may be a bit of liquid on top. Either drain this off or stir it in, your choice; it's simply a byproduct of the fermenting yeast.
- Spoon 1/2 cup (113g) starter into a bowl; either discard the remaining starter, or use it in another recipe (see "tips," below). Add 1 scant cup (113g) flour and 1/2 cup (113g) lukewarm water to the 1/2 cup (113g) starter in the bowl.
Jun 20, 2023 · Master the King Arthur Sourdough Starter with our step-by-step guide! Learn creation, maintenance, tips & techniques, recipe variations, and troubleshooting for perfect sourdough bread & baked goods.
- Where to Purchase A Sourdough Starter
- How to Activate A Sourdough Starter
- How to Feed A Sourdough Starter
- Maintaining A Sourdough Starter
- Storing A Sourdough Starter
- How to Tell If Your Starter Is Healthy
- Sourdough Discard Recipes
I have had success purchasing and activating sourdough starters from three places: 1. Breadtopia ($9) 2. King Arthur Flour ($9) 3. Cultures for Health($11) Each place offers guidance for “activating” the starter. Breadtopia’s instructions live on its website. King Arthur Flour sends along a booklet with details, but also provides online help. Cultu...
A purchased starter generally arrives in a small bag or container. I’ve created a short video for activating a King Arthur Flour sourdough starter. You can use this same process for activating a Breadtopia starter as well: Follow these steps to activate it: 1. Place starter in a vessel. I love these deli quart containersfor this purpose. 2. Add 45 ...
If your starter floats, and you’re ready to start baking, measure the required amount into a bowl and proceed with the recipe. Here are four great beginner’s sourdough recipes: 1. Simple Sourdough Focaccia: A Beginner’s Guide 2. Simple Sourdough Bread: A Step-by-Step Guide 3. Favorite, Easy Sourdough Bread (Whole Wheat-ish) 4. Simple Sourdough Ciab...
Something that deterred me from sourdough for a long time is the waste element: I hated discarding so much and “feeding” so much. I’ve learned over time that there are ways to keep your starter on...After I use my starter for a bread recipe, I do one of two things:Every time I use it or feed it, I discard most of it, and feed it with equal amounts by weight water and flour.When life gets in the way, and I can’t find time for sourdough, I tend to it every 2-3 weeks by discarding most of it, and feeding it with 45 g each flour and water.If you are not baking regularly, store your starter in the fridge. As noted above, my preferred storage vessel is a deli quart container. When I store my starter in the fridge, I use the lid that comes with the quart container. When I feed my starter and let it sit at room temperature, I use a breathable lid. Ideally, strive to feed your starter ro...
If you are just getting started with sourdough, it may be hard to “read” the various smells of your starter. Depending on what “phase” a starter is in — i.e. freshly fed or neglected for weeks in the fridge — it can smell anywhere from stinky and acidic to fresh and sweet. Don’t be alarmed if your starter, upon pulling it from the fridge, smells a ...
Though I generally keep a small starter (as outlined above), inevitably I end up with sourdough discard on my hands due to the nature of the sourdough starter feeding process. And when I am organized, I put that discard to delicious use. Here are four simple recipes calling for sourdough discard: 1. Simple Sourdough Discard Crackers (Pictured above...
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With a temperature range from 5-50°C (41 - 122°F) the Sourdough Home is ideal for a wide variety of fermentation or culturing uses: kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, or yogurt. Also convenient for storing cosmetics or medications. Safety and Use guidelines.
From understanding the science to taking your first steps to build a starter, our complete guide will lead you step-by-step through the exciting world of sourdough baking. Learn More Make sourdough simple by letting your bread machine help!
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