How do I store sourdough starter in the fridge and revive it for baking?
To keep your sourdough starter for longer, store it in the fridge. This will slow down the fermentation process. When you're ready to use it again, give it a few feeds to bring back the yeast-bacteria balance. Freezing isn't ideal for long-term storage, so sticking to the fridge is best.
Answered by Hendrik, The Bread Code
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What happens though is that the balance of yeast and bacteria changes in your starter. The bacteria is more fitted to living in an acidic environment. This is a problem when you make another dough. You want to have the proper balance of fluffiness and sour notes. When a starter has hibernated for a long period, chances are that you do not have a desirable balance of microbes. Furthermore, depending on the time your starter hibernated you might only have sporulated microbes left. So a couple of feedings will help to get your sourdough starter into the right shape again.
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