Instant Potato Sourdough Starter
Kickstart your sourdough baking journey with this easy, no-fuss Instant Potato Sourdough Starter recipe, perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike! Using pantry staples like instant potato flakes, sugar, and yeast, this starter comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time, with no cooking required. The addition of potato flakes adds a unique depth of flavor and helps create a soft, moist crumb in your sourdough bakes. Simply mix, let it ferment for 24-48 hours, and watch it transform into a bubbly, tangy base for all your sourdough creations. Ideal for breads, pancakes, or even pizza dough, this versatile starter turns every bake into a delicious masterpiece. Keep it alive and thriving with minimal effort by feeding it regularly, and you'll have a flavorful sourdough starter ready to go whenever inspiration strikes!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Instant potato flakes
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 1 cup Unbleached all-purpose flour
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of instant potato flakes, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1 packet of active dry yeast.
Step 2
Slowly pour in 1.5 cups of warm water (between 100°F and 110°F) into the dry ingredients, stirring until the sugar and yeast dissolve completely.
Step 3
Add 1 cup of unbleached all-purpose flour. Stir well to form a smooth, lump-free mixture. It should have the consistency of pancake batter.
Step 4
Transfer the starter mixture to a clean, non-metallic container with a loose-fitting lid or cover it loosely with plastic wrap. A large glass jar or bowl works well.
Step 5
Place the container in a warm, draft-free location, such as an oven with the light on, for 24-48 hours. Stir the starter once every 12 hours during this period to keep it aerated and active.
Step 6
After 24-48 hours, the starter should be bubbly and have a tangy aroma, which indicates that it is ready for use in baking.
Step 7
Before using the starter in a recipe, 'feed' it by discarding half of the starter and refreshing it with 1 cup of warm water, 3 tablespoons of instant potato flakes, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix well and let it sit for another 8-12 hours to activate.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 538 grams (538.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 646 |
| Total Fat 1.60g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.20g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 14mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 140.30g | 51% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.50g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 25.70g | |
| Protein 17.10g | 34% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 25mg | 2% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 425mg | 9% |
Source of Calories