Rye sourdough starter
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| Rye sourdough starter | |
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| Ready to use. It has subsided somewhat | |
| Servings: | Makes 375g of starter |
| Ready in: | 6 days |
| Prep. time: | 6 days |
| Cook time: | None |
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This version of sourdough starter is made using a high hydration of 200%. You will need either a Lock&Lock box or a jar with a lid which will hold at least 1.5 litres.
Ingredients
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Method
- Mix 25g flour with 50g water in your chosen container and leave at room temperature for 24 hours
- Add a further 25g flour and 50g water and leave for 24 hours
- Repeat step 2
- By now, it should be fairly active, so add 50g flour and 100g water and leave for 12 hours
- If by this time it looks very active, place it in the fridge until ready for use, but if it is not particularly active leave at room temperature for longer
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Chef's notes
Ideally, your kitchen should be about 26-28ºC, but when making this starter in winter, you may find that it takes a day or two longer to make. Make sure that there are obvious signs of activity before adding each batch of flour and water - the cooler your kitchen, the longer it will take.