The Sourdough Journey
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NEW!: How to Strengthen a Weak, ACIDIC Starter (A Barnyard Tragedy)
Struggling with a weak sourdough starter? It is usually caused by a buildup of acidity.
In this groundbreaking video you will learn:
- How to identify a weak, acidic starter
- Understand the science behind starter acidity
- How to fix a weak, acidic starter
- How to maintain a healthy starter in the future
Weak, acidic sourdough starters cause all kinds of problems including:
- Slow rising time
- Gummy crumb
- Premature overproofing
- and more...
DOCUMENTS REFERENCED IN THIS VIDEO:
How to Strengthen and Deacidify a Weak Starter
thesourdoughjourney.com/how-to-strengthen-a-weak-acidic-starter/
My Starter Smells Like Acetone
thesourdoughjourney.com/my-sourdough-starter-smells-like-acetone/
The Science of the Peak-to-Peak Starter Strengthening Method
thesourdoughjourney.com/the-science-of-the-peak-to-peak-method-of-strengthening-a-sourdough-starter/
PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO
thesourdoughjourney.com/products
MORE INFO ON SOURDOUGH STARTERS
thesourdoughjourney.com/encyclopedia
CHAPTERS IN THIS VIDEO
0:00 Introduction
1:48 How to Identify a Weak Starter
5:40 Background Research
10:47 Disclaimer
12:04 What's Happening in the Jar?
13:45 How to Read Your Sourdough Starter
16:25 My Starter Smells Like Acetone
16:55 The Interplay of Yeast and Lactic Acid Bacteria
20:27 Two Common Misconceptions
22:23 The Barnyard Example
32:21 What Causes and Acidic Starter
34:13 How to Fix a Weak, Acidic Starter
34:51 The High Feeding Ratio Method
42:47 The Peak-to-Peak Method
47:30 The Many Uses of the Peak-to-Peak Method
48:40 The Science Behind the Peak-to-Peak Method
54:21 The Temperature Effect
56:56 Routine Starter Maintenance
59:40 Closing Thoughts
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The First 10 Days of Your New Sourdough Starter: Troubleshooting Tips
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What should your new sourdough starter look like in the first 10 days? What if your starter stalls out or is not progressing as expected? See a day-by-day demo of the first 10 days and learn pro tips for troubleshooting your new sourdough starter. This video is a companion to my original video "How to Create a New Sourdough Starter Step-by-Step" ua-cam.com/video/n3Ge23tfzsA/v-deo.html Start wit...
The SECRET of Bulk Fermentation: Measuring Dough Temperature and % Rise - The Two-Factor Method
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Why do some recipes recommend a 30% rise and other a 100% rise? The percentage rise is related to the dough temperature. Warm dough needs to be cut off at a lower percentage rise than cool dough. The dough keeps fermenting in all of the downstream steps, so with warm dough you need to "hit the brakes" earlier, at a lower percentage rise. In this video, I introduce the "Two-Factor Method" of det...
Troubleshooting Your New Sourdough Starter: Recipe RED FLAGS and Pro Tips
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Are you having trouble getting your new sourdough starter off the ground? Many popular recipes on TikTok and Instagram have oversimplified the process to the point where it no longer works. These methods are riddled with bad information. Learn the common pitfalls, and pro tips in the one-of-a-kind video. This comprehensive video is like 10 short videos in one. Use the chapter breaks to navigate...
NEW!: The Sourdough Brothers: Sourdough for Busy People
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The Sourdough Brothers return for the most epic sourdough video ever made. Tom and Bob are on a mission to bake a loaf of sourdough during the busiest three days of the year. Two brothers in a quest, with a starter of mysterious origin, utilize unique tools and methods to attempt the impossible. Will it work? The reviews are in: "A masterpiece..." “Hilarious and brilliant” “Fabulous!” “Fantasti...
NEW! Review of Sourdough PROOFERS and Temperature Control Devices: The Sourdough Gadget Guru
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In this video, Tom the Sourdough Gadget Guru reviews all of the new and popular sourdough proofers and temperature control devices. Check out the Companion Guide to the video thesourdoughjourney.com/review-sourdough-proofers-and-temperature-control-devices/ for all the products and specifications. For all of the products shown in this video, visit thesourdoughjourney.com/products In addition to...
NEW!: Sourdough BREAKTHROUGH: Two-Stage Bulk Fermentation - For Busy People
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What is Two-Stage Bulk Fermentation? Check out this video to learn an innovative method for bulk fermenting your dough. The method uses a warm start and a cold finish to the bulk fermentation process, then after shaping the dough, the shaped loaves return to the refrigerator for a second cold retard. This method is also referred to as the Double Cold Retard method because the dough ferments twi...
The BIGGEST MISTAKE You Can Make With Your Sourdough Starter: Premature Discarding!
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Do you have a weak sourdough starter? You may actually be weaking your starter with your feeding method. Many sourdough bakers get impatient with their sluggish starters, and they believe you can strengthen your starter with more frequent discard and/or larger feedings. This actually WEAKENS your starter. Check out this one-of-a-kind video for tips on how to strengthen your starter and avoid th...
NEW! Post-Pandemic Sourdough for Busy People - The Low and Slow Method
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Did you learn to bake during the pandemic, but quit when things got back to "normal?" I have spent the last 18 months perfecting a new method for busy people: - 25 minute total prep time - Predictable overnight fermentation at a low temperature - Cold final proofing in refrigerator from 1-3 days This new "Low and Slow Method" utilizes new sourdough baking tools and techniques: - "Slap and fold"...
How to Put Your Sourdough Starter on HOLD, and Revive It
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What should you do with your starter when you go on vacation? Or move to a new town? Or stop baking for the summer? In this new video I show, step-by-step, how I put my starter on hold for 33 days and how I then revived. This video answers the following question: - How much should I feed my starter before putting it on hold? - Should I store it in the refrigerator? - How do assess the state of ...
A Review of pH Testers for Sourdough Baking
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Are you considering buying a pH tester for sourdough baking? In this video I evaluate four pH testers and make recommendations on how to make your purchase decision based on your specific needs. See details below for manufacturer DISCOUNT CODES. pH testers are used in sourdough baking to measure starter acidity, and to determine when bulk fermentation and final proofing are finished. The four t...
NEW!: The SECRETS of Ovenspring and Baking Temperatures
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How do you get great ovenspring? This extraordinary video is a master class on the impact of baking temperatures on ovenspring. The most detailed sourdough baking video ever created, this six-loaf experiment examines every aspect of sourdough baking and debunks many myths. - Do you need to preheat your dutch oven? - Do you need to bake at high temperatures? - Do you need to preheat for one hour...
NEW! Experimenting With Bread Flours
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Everything you ever wanted to know about "bread flour." In this video, Tom bakes six loaves using six different types of bread flour. Basic bread flours, high-protein flours and high extraction flours. The results are fascinating! The most detailed information about bread flours you will find anywhere. Part 1: Understanding Bread Flour Part 2: Making the Loaves Part 3: Comparing the Loaves NEW ...
NEW WEBSITE! - thesourdoughjourney.com
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Check out the new WEBSITE for sourdough bakers at thesourdoughjourney.com/ This new website is the culmination of two years of work creating and collecting sourdough content to answer help sourdough bakers master the art of sourdough baking. This totally new website is DEDICATED to 100% Sourdough. Curated content includes: - Products - Books - Tools - Videos - Guest Videos and THE SOURDOUGH ENC...
NEW!: The 10 Secrets of Sourdough Success
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What are the key skills to develop as a sourdough baker? This video summarizes 10 key findings from the prior two years of experimental videos at The Sourdough Journey. A summary of the 10 SECRETS and all of the videos referenced can be found here: DOWNLOAD THE COMPANION GUIDE - The 10 Secrets of Sourdough Success thesourdoughjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/The-10-Secrets-of-Sourdough-Su...
NEW!: How to DOUBLE Your Starter Strength in 6 Days (or Less!)
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NEW!: How to DOUBLE Your Starter Strength in 6 Days (or Less!)
NEW!: How to Read a Sourdough Crumb: Underproofed or Overproofed?
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NEW!: How to Read a Sourdough Crumb: Underproofed or Overproofed?
The Sourdough Brothers : The Sourdough Apprentice, Special Edition
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The Sourdough Brothers : The Sourdough Apprentice, Special Edition
When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 8: “Low and Slow at 70F/21C"
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When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 8: “Low and Slow at 70F/21C"
When is Bulk Fermentation Done? Episode 7 - "Some Like it Hot: The Temperature Effect"
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When is Bulk Fermentation Done? Episode 7 - "Some Like it Hot: The Temperature Effect"
When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 6 - "Starter Strength and Leaven Percentage"
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When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 6 - "Starter Strength and Leaven Percentage"
When is Bulk Fermentation Done?: Episode 5 - “Impact of Starter/Leaven Percentages”
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When is Bulk Fermentation Done?: Episode 5 - “Impact of Starter/Leaven Percentages”
How to Make a Sourdough Scoring Lame for $3.00
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How to Make a Sourdough Scoring Lame for $3.00
When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 4: “Overproofing Problems”
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When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 4: “Overproofing Problems”
MUST SEE: When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 3 : “The Bulk-O-Matic System"
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MUST SEE: When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 3 : “The Bulk-O-Matic System"
When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 2 : "The Curse of the Weak Starter"
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When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 2 : "The Curse of the Weak Starter"
When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 1 : “The 30 Minute Effect”
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When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 1 : “The 30 Minute Effect”
NEW! - How to Create a Sourdough Starter : Step by Step
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NEW! - How to Create a Sourdough Starter : Step by Step
Bulk Fermentation : Mastering Temperature and Time - Part 3
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Bulk Fermentation : Mastering Temperature and Time - Part 3
Bulk Fermentation : Mastering Temperature and Time - Part 2
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Bulk Fermentation : Mastering Temperature and Time - Part 2

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @FrancheskaSantana-o3e
    @FrancheskaSantana-o3e 3 години тому

    Are we following the chart based off the dough temp or the room temp?

  • @FrancheskaSantana-o3e
    @FrancheskaSantana-o3e 3 години тому

    Wait so the chart is based off the dough temp or room temp?

  • @miriamknowles9587
    @miriamknowles9587 3 години тому

    When you say complex - you mean getting the perfect balance ( or adapting the conditions ) that get the result that is balanced the perfect loaf

  • @miriamknowles9587
    @miriamknowles9587 3 години тому

    ThankU for your explanations This logic really helped to ferment the practical application of sourdough which seems to be a logical even balance every way you look at it

  • @adrianexo21
    @adrianexo21 13 годин тому

    i wonder if that’s what happened to my loaves this morning. i tried the Tartine basic country loaf recipe i got online and it says to use warm water. i didn’t think mine was that warm but when i got to bulk fermentation my dough got so sticky. it had only been about 3 hours since first mixing my dough. maybe my starter got too warm at the beginning.. i have better luck making much smaller loaves, but still haven’t perfected bulk. haven’t had one in the 6 i’ve made that wasn’t gummy.

  • @user-rt9qz1mw4u
    @user-rt9qz1mw4u 14 годин тому

    I watched this, then poured out the liquid in my 3 day old starter into a glass bowl. I then stirred flour one Tablespoon at a time into the liquid. Next, I poured it back in starter. That was 6 hours ago, and finally no separating liquid.

  • @ariframlee6386
    @ariframlee6386 17 годин тому

    Hi Tom. Thank you for the video. This is my first bake. I chose this technique because my ambient temperature is 30 Celcius. Bought the scientific incubator also. Currently doing the #3 method. Done the first 2.5hrs. Into the fridge for 24 hours, pre shape and final shaping tomorrow.

  • @dianaf8713
    @dianaf8713 18 годин тому

    So my sourdough is a couple of months old and is doubling reliably in 5 to 6 hours and peaking around 8 hrs at 73-75 Fahrenheit. I have yet to bake with it. Im not in a hurry. I don't foresee baking more than maybe once a week in the future. My question is should I switch to putting it in the fridge and feeding it once a week at a different ratio or keep going with the 1-2-2 out on the counter? Thanks 😊

  • @camilacaldeira478
    @camilacaldeira478 20 годин тому

    OMG! I believe that is the problem I have been having. Thank God I watched this video Thank you so much for sharing it 🙏🏽

  • @Amanda-nq5hu
    @Amanda-nq5hu День тому

    Thank you for your video. I have been waiting for someone to verify this method for me. I use this method because of my busy schedule. It is also a great method if you live in an area with extremes in temperature. I live in Durban in South Africa where it is warm or very hot. We literally dont have the cold winters that you see in other areas. City of perpetual summer. That being said, I found the fridge bulk fermentation is more controlled temperature wise. I prevents me having to watch constantly for and stress over overfermenting my sourdough bread. I definitely recommend this method

  • @RoddieH
    @RoddieH День тому

    I gotta say, Tom: every sourdough UA-camr out there has their 13 minute "Masterclass" videos. Your videos are TRULY master classes. The awesome thing is that I've watched a bunch of your videos and I think only two or three involved an actual bake. Also, I can't believe the NASA gift shop didn't hire you. Jerks.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney День тому

      Thank you. My first 20 or so videos were all detailed baking videos. My more recent ones are more focused on troubleshooting, or research.

  • @hollycolombo5396
    @hollycolombo5396 День тому

    Do I have to do it at the same time every

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney День тому

      No. It is best to watch and read the starter and not stick to a strict time. The timing guiding is a starting point.

  • @Andrea-ok9px
    @Andrea-ok9px День тому

    This was fascinating, educational, and hilarious! Thank you!

  • @kaldunia4
    @kaldunia4 2 дні тому

    After shaping my dough, can I put in the oven on bread proofing setting before baking? So it will warm rise 30% proof?

  • @Orangepii
    @Orangepii 3 дні тому

    I am just starting my sourdough journey. Found your video by accident. Thank you for this educational and entertaining video!

  • @adrianexo21
    @adrianexo21 3 дні тому

    does stickiness matter at all? i’ve seen so many shorts of people saying if it’s no longer sticking to your hands… it’s ready.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 3 дні тому

      No. The dough will become less sticky as you do more stretch and folds, but it has nothing to do with the end of bulk fermentation. That guidance is wrong as misleading. I can make perfectly proofed dough with no stretch and folds that is impossibly sticky, but perfectly proofed.

  • @sendypz9416
    @sendypz9416 3 дні тому

    Thank you for explaining

  • @KylieEmbrey6118
    @KylieEmbrey6118 3 дні тому

    Is there a way to figure out the goal percent rise when using less than 20% starter?

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 3 дні тому

      It is the same. Just takes longer. But the percentage rise target is the same.

  • @Eyes2C.
    @Eyes2C. 3 дні тому

    Hilarious. Thank u! 😂

  • @battlefield8914
    @battlefield8914 3 дні тому

    I had been struggling for a whole year to create a sourdough starter. By chance, while browsing sourdough videos, I discovered your channel and followed the entire video. The next day I said to myself, “This is the desired video.” After seven days, I succeeded in making sourdough starter , and for the first time I smelled the yeast. Thank you

  • @susanlevine9092
    @susanlevine9092 3 дні тому

    Where is your maintaining a sourdough starter WEEKLY video?

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 3 дні тому

      No video but some info here. thesourdoughjourney.com/faq-starter-maintenance/

    • @susanlevine9092
      @susanlevine9092 3 дні тому

      @@thesourdoughjourney Thank you!

  • @melbaberbano6939
    @melbaberbano6939 4 дні тому

    what is the amount of flour you used?

  • @ForOurLegacyHomestead
    @ForOurLegacyHomestead 4 дні тому

    Will a water softener/ uv filtration on well water contribute to the starter lagging to revive?

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 4 дні тому

      It’s really difficult to say. I’d suggest buying a galling bottled spring water and try it. You’ll see a difference in two feedings if it is the water.

  • @ForOurLegacyHomestead
    @ForOurLegacyHomestead 4 дні тому

    I'm having issues with mine. It was in the fridge 2 months and tried waking it up, but it won't even rise, and there are very few bubbles. 😬 I'm hoping to find info here on how to "fix" my starter

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 4 дні тому

      Watch the second half of this video. How to Put Your Sourdough Starter on HOLD, and Revive It ua-cam.com/video/6GWRkoYo5A4/v-deo.html

    • @ForOurLegacyHomestead
      @ForOurLegacyHomestead 4 дні тому

      @thesourdoughjourney it makes sense! So many people saying to discard and keep feeding, especially at 1:2:2 or 1:5:5!! I was stunned lol no wonder I have hardly any bubbles 🙄

  • @phlatcreekgarden-iq4py
    @phlatcreekgarden-iq4py 4 дні тому

    I don't know people understand what he's saying yet here is another sourdough person not showing you exatcly how it works as in hands on. He says take the dough let it bulk rise in a millilter container, yet he's not showing that sourdough dough is rough until the stretch and fold which has to occur 30 minutes after the dough is mixed. Then the dough has been through it's stretch and folds onto the bulk rise. Where on the container does one begin to measure as the dough is in a round shape, from the stretch and folds. So here we go again someone wanting people to tap his youtube page for money. When does it stop. Humans enough already! Bet he doesn't respond to this one guys.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 4 дні тому

      I have dozens of videos showing every step of the process. Here’s an example of one. MUST SEE: When is Bulk Fermentation Done? - Episode 3 : “The Bulk-O-Matic System" ua-cam.com/video/E-Z1Yle-VXA/v-deo.html

    • @missmonalisa1758
      @missmonalisa1758 4 дні тому

      Too bad you didn’t check out his other videos before you made that statement. If you would have you would’ve noticed he has all those steps in detail on different videos.

    • @battlefield8914
      @battlefield8914 3 дні тому

      if u had a bad day dont be a toxic to other ppl Karen

  • @Simple_and_natural
    @Simple_and_natural 4 дні тому

    Tom, All the work you have done is amazing, tons of research and experiments that hardly a home baker can do. I refuse to bake with bread flour, I do not want to eat more gluten. I bake with King Arthur AP and after many months of baking I cannot tell if I am over or under proofing my dough. Have you ever made bread with the King Arthur AP flour?

  • @hhavila
    @hhavila 4 дні тому

    Thanks for this great video! I’m going to try this. As always, your thorough explanations are much appreciated. 😊

  • @angoodwi
    @angoodwi 4 дні тому

    The thermometers cracked me up, so true :)

  • @michellegrotheer
    @michellegrotheer 5 днів тому

    I am a beginner sourdough baker and your video broke everything down beautifully! I was able to see where my process has been going wrong and how I can resolve issues I was having. Thank you!!

  • @adrianexo21
    @adrianexo21 5 днів тому

    both of mine rose great but this video helped me realize that mine are either under or over proofed. definitely feel like a sponge and almost gummy. mine are very spongy. i have been doing my proofing in the refrigerator overnight. its doable but not ideal. i think ill plan on doing my fermentation earlier in the day now. thank you Tom. this is an awesome video!

  • @carsoncasey4029
    @carsoncasey4029 5 днів тому

    Tom, should we take it apart to clean it? What would you recommend? This is a great video. Thank you!

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 5 днів тому

      I just rinse it under water after use. I only take it apart when I rotate or change the blade.

  • @adrianexo21
    @adrianexo21 5 днів тому

    i made my first half loaf yesterday morning and it turned out PERFECT! i used my 3 quart dutch oven and made a little half loaf like the second one you did in these videos. thats what gave me the confidence. i don’t think i’d ever tried if not for that. i scored it just like you did and my oven spring was even great! i got a little worried after mixing all my dough, water and starter the other night because instead of using bread flour, i used my 50/50 whole wheat/bread flour that i use for my starter. it still did fantastic tho. making a bread flour loaf right now. 😊

  • @BJAnderson
    @BJAnderson 5 днів тому

    Part 2 of the best sourdough starter advice that exists on the web. Thank you very much!

  • @BJAnderson
    @BJAnderson 5 днів тому

    I'm a beginner. I killed/threw away my first attempt at a starter. Then I found this video, and I have been watching, at least a part of it, every day. Thank you.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 5 днів тому

      Thanks. Here is a new follow up video that can help with troubleshooting and common question. The First 10 Days of Your New Sourdough Starter: Troubleshooting Tips ua-cam.com/video/_OAhPvQ5Ngo/v-deo.html

    • @BJAnderson
      @BJAnderson 5 днів тому

      @@thesourdoughjourney Thank you. That video is definitely required watching after this one, and another one I will probably be watching every day for a while. Greatly appreciated!

  • @vivalaleta
    @vivalaleta 6 днів тому

    King Arthur bread flour is employee owned and comes in a PAPER bag.

  • @wenceslaopinillos5892
    @wenceslaopinillos5892 6 днів тому

    I'm becoming a pro baker after seeing your videos. When i was at 24C I didn't have any problems with my bakes. Now I'm at 19C, how long should I wait for my starter to double, assuming that it strong enough?

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 5 днів тому

      Every 8C change in temp doubles the rise time. You’re at a 5C change, so may take 2/3rds longer than at 24C.

  • @Lisa87DJ
    @Lisa87DJ 6 днів тому

    I studied and studied your sourdough for busy people method… took temperatures, measured as accurately as I could, and still came out with sticky dough - so sticky it wouldn’t lift up off the silicone mat… it was a disaster, and since I followed all of your instructions to the LETTER, I can only conclude that it was my choice of flour. I had no idea how to find out protein content until I’ve watched this video (guess I will be sending some emails in the morning to inquire!). If I continue to use the flower that I have, I think I will need to reduce the hydration… Maybe try 70% next time? I am in Canada and a 5 pound bag of King Arthur bread flour is $40 so that’s not an option here lol instead I bought locally grown bread, flour and whole wheat flour… But obviously they do not soak in the water as much as KA! Disappointed in my first attempt, but it’s all part of the learning process! I documented everything on the worksheet and in my little notebook. Onward and upward!

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 5 днів тому

      Absolutely start at 70% hydration and then work your way up. I am using a “thirsty” flour here. I also use cold water, and make sure your starter is at peak. A past peak starter will make very sticky dough.

    • @Lisa87DJ
      @Lisa87DJ 5 днів тому

      I will do that next time for sure. I’ve done nothing but stay at home watching my starter for the last three days (worse than having an infant!) as I attempt to strengthen it. When I used it yesterday, it appeared to be at peak (it had doubled but not tripled and the top had just started to flatten) but maybe I didn’t read it right and the starter is the problem. 🤷‍♀️

  • @SusanKaye-up1uy
    @SusanKaye-up1uy 6 днів тому

    I use a ceramic reptile heater for Kombucha with a temperature control mechanism in an igloo cooler . . . Works nicely. I just need something to cool my bread in the heat of summer months. This is a fantastic video!!!

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 5 днів тому

      Thanks!

    • @SusanKaye-up1uy
      @SusanKaye-up1uy 5 днів тому

      ​I just ordered a Koolatron 6 bottle countertop wine cooler with variable temperature control. It has a window with a light so I can check on my bread dough without opening the door. And, I believe this will help with summertime sauerkraut and other fermentables . . . Thank you for this idea. Additionally, I ordered the Brod &Taylor sourdough home for the starter. I believe my failures have been a result of temperature issues. Thanks so much!

  • @RoddieH
    @RoddieH 6 днів тому

    I've consumed an unhealthy amount of sourdough videos in the last three weeks yet somehow was only shown your channel as a suggestion today But now I'm here and I'm a fan. My problem is that I have too much patience, so I watched this AND the five part video. The most underrated tip you shared is to stick to one recipe until you master it.

    • @RoddieH
      @RoddieH 6 днів тому

      I lied. I watched this one twice because it was so enjoyable.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 6 днів тому

      Thank you.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 6 днів тому

      Here’s the later version with my actual brother. The Sourdough Brothers : The Sourdough Apprentice, Special Edition ua-cam.com/video/WVebYEH63xM/v-deo.html

  • @Lisa87DJ
    @Lisa87DJ 6 днів тому

    These videos have been so helpful! I’ve watched so many and I’m trying to keep straight in my head all that you’ve been saying about starters. Isn’t necessary to keep a starter at a constant temperature after a feeding, or can I warm it up slightly to get the process to happen faster? Or cool it down slightly if I need it to take longer?

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 6 днів тому

      Thanks. You can definitely speed up or slow down the rise by manipulating the temperature. Don’t keep it above 80F/27C for long periods of time. And really never above 85F.

  • @andrewtorres7143
    @andrewtorres7143 7 днів тому

    You are awesome

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 7 днів тому

      Thank you. Also,check out my website for more info. thesourdoughjourney.com/faq-starter-creation/

  • @summitseeker2333
    @summitseeker2333 7 днів тому

    What is the aqua colored folding box at 44:10? Ingenious! I think this set up is right about my price point! New fan, just found you.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 6 днів тому

      Here it is. ROOMHOME Foldable Plastic Storage Bins Clear Containers for Organizing Collapsible Organizer Bins Decorative Storage Boxes with Lid&Handle for Office,Bedroom,Closet,Kitchen Cars Stackable 1 Pack,Blue a.co/d/00AMRPin

  • @lajibolala423
    @lajibolala423 7 днів тому

    The barnyard example was hilarious and a great visual. Love your content!!

  • @trishh9219
    @trishh9219 7 днів тому

    My DT was 77 degrees. I split the difference in time. I pre-shaped and shaped to put into the frig. I did the poke test, which I know is not completely reliable, but did it anyway. That showed the dough was under proofed. After being in the frig overnight, it was perfect! Thanks for a great tutorial.

  • @Centerflow
    @Centerflow 7 днів тому

    Clowning around is the only way to make bread with a family member. The theatrics went well, matching the beauty of the bread.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 7 днів тому

      Thank you. Check out the sequel. NEW!: The Sourdough Brothers: Sourdough for Busy People ua-cam.com/video/M8SiQJzFrrw/v-deo.html

  • @SusanKaye-up1uy
    @SusanKaye-up1uy 7 днів тому

    Love your channel the most!

  • @MsJulz129
    @MsJulz129 8 днів тому

    If my current starter is being fed 1:3:3 and I do the peak to peak feeding, should I do the same ratio or 1:1:1? Thank you!

  • @miananni1247
    @miananni1247 8 днів тому

    Excellent information ❤️

  • @lady_Bulova
    @lady_Bulova 8 днів тому

    Thanks for this. I feel my shaping is what I need to work on the most. Trying #4 for the first time today.

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 8 днів тому

      Some additional shaping videos if you scroll down here. thesourdoughjourney.com/faq-shaping/

    • @lady_Bulova
      @lady_Bulova 8 днів тому

      @@thesourdoughjourney Great, I'll check them out! Thanks 😀

    • @lady_Bulova
      @lady_Bulova 5 днів тому

      @@thesourdoughjourney My loaf came out much taller than usual. I am very excited to try it again and see if it was a one off or if I can get consistent results. My crumb taste and texture is very consistent just need to get this part down :) thanks!

  • @busrasworld225
    @busrasworld225 8 днів тому

    Hello Sir! I really appreciate it how you reply to everyone's comments. I hope I am not bothering you. I am just wondering if you could give me any suggestion. I was feeding my starter twice a day for the fourth and fifth day. Then I found your video. I regretted not finding you sooner cuz then I could have followed your instructions from the beginning. So it was already the fifth day when I watched your video and I didn't want to throw my starter away. You can tell it was already overfed. So I stopped feeding it. It's been 66 hours. And I gave it a stir twice everyday. I did notice some tiny little bubbles. But it didn't rise at all. I am still keeping it unfed. Just to let you know the temperature of the place where I kept the jar is around 28°C-29°c. Sometimes it can get a bit hotter because it's summer. Could you please tell me if I should continue waiting for it to rise or just throw it away?

    • @thesourdoughjourney
      @thesourdoughjourney 8 днів тому

      You did the right thing but a new starter, I still recommend feeding at 48 hours per, even with no or low activity, because of the risk of mold in the early days. If you are not using 50% whole wheat flour, I would start over again. If you are, I’d give it a few more days. If you get to day 9 or 10 with no activity, I’d start over. This video is more specific for newer starters. The First 10 Days of Your New Sourdough Starter: Troubleshooting Tips ua-cam.com/video/_OAhPvQ5Ngo/v-deo.html

    • @busrasworld225
      @busrasworld225 7 днів тому

      @@thesourdoughjourney Thanks! I am going to wait till the 10th day then I guess I will throw it away.