Simple sourdough starter from scratch

Create your own sourdough starter from scratch with only flour and water. In just a few easy steps, you'll learn how to nurture your own lively and flavorful sourdough starter.
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Ingredients:

  • 30 g flour
  • 25 ml lukewarm water

Preparation steps:

1) Combine 30 g flour with 25 ml water in a jar and cover with a lid. Leave for 48 hours.
2) Then feed with 30 g flour and 25 ml water. Let sit for 24 hours.
3) Discard half of the starter and feed with 30 g flour and 25 ml water and let sit for another 24 hours.
4) Repeat step 3 every day for at least 7 days until the starter is active (change in smell, bubbles, fluffy texture).

Once you have your starter prepared and active, you are ready for baking.

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