How to Activate a Dried Sourdough Culture
Cuisine
French
Servings
Prep Time
1
starter
20
minutes
Passive Time
5
days
Servings
Prep Time
1
starter
20
minutes
Passive Time
5
days
Ingredients
Activate Starter
1
packet
dried sourdough starter
100
grams
all-purpose flour
100
grams
water
Maintain Starter
4
ounces
water
4
ounces
all-purpose flour
4
ounces
active starter
Instructions
Activate Starter
Mix water, flour, and dried sourdough in a wide mouth canning jar.
Place in a proofing box for 24 hours at 85-90 degrees.
Follow maintenance instructions at least 3 days before using.
Maintain Starter
Mix equal parts water, flour, and starter in a clean canning jar.
Discard old starter unless you are cooking with it.
Repeat daily (or as frequently as 6-8 hours if you use it more).