What is 1:1:1 feeding ratio?
"1:1:1" feeding ratio for sourdough starter means that you are adding equal parts by weight of your existing starter, flour, and water when feeding it; essentially, for every gram of starter you use, you add one gram of flour and one gram of water to "refresh" the culture.
It's usually given as starter:water:flour, so a 1:1:1 ratio means 1 part starter, 1 part water, and 1 part flour.
Key points about the 1:1:1 ratio:
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This is the most common feeding ratio for sourdough starters, signifying that you are adding the same amount of starter, flour, and water by weight
If you have 50 grams of starter, you would add 50 grams of flour and 50 grams of water to feed it.The specific 50 gram measurement can be changed with any amount
This ratio is considered a "standard" feeding and will typically result in a relatively quick activation time for your starter
Watch this video to teach you about 1:1:1 feeding
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