Sourdough Starter 50 Hydration: A Fundamental Guide to Building Strong Foundations
A crucial foundation for baking artisan-quality bread is a well-maintained and active sourdough starter. “Sourdough starter 50 hydration” refers to a specific feeding ratio of starter to water, by weight, used to maintain the starter. For instance, a 50-gram starter is fed 50 grams of water, resulting in a 100-gram, 50% hydrated starter mixture. This ratio produces a balanced, easy-to-manage starter.