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:

 

  • Equal parts:
    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
    How to use it:
    If you have 50 grams of starter, you would add 50 grams of flour and 50 grams of water to feed it.
    Faster activation:
    This ratio is considered a "standard" feeding and will typically result in a relatively quick activation time for your starter