Small black spot on sourdough starter

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I haven't fed my sourdough in about a month so I was going to feed it and I saw a black spot on the dough. I scooped it out and fed the sourdough.I'm worried if this could possibly be black mold and if so is it still safe to eat because i did get rid of the black spot and whatever i use it for will be cooked, or is it just completely contaminated.

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Best Answer

Molds themselves are usually killed by heat treatment, but the toxins they've produced are not. Depending on the water content, it's probable that there's residual mycelium and toxins in the starter even after removing the spot.

I'd say throw away and start over if you do suspect that it was a black mold.



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Quick Answer about "Small black spot on sourdough starter"

A. The dark liquid is a form of naturally occurring alcohol known as hooch, which indicates that your sourdough starter is hungry. Hooch is harmless but should be poured off and discarded prior to stirring and feeding your starter.

How do I know if my sourdough starter is moldy?

When developed on food (like sourdough starter) mold has a discolored and fuzzy appearance.
  • One of the defining factors of mold is the fuzz.
  • Unfortunately, if you discover mold on your sourdough starter you will need to toss it out.
  • If you see any kind of mold, throw the starter away.


    • What is the GREY stuff on my sourdough starter?

    Hooch is a runny liquid that ranges in color. It can be clear, brown, grey or even black. Usually, the longer the hooch has been left, the darker the liquid will become. A starter with hooch on the top simply means the starter is hungry for more flour.


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    Answer 2

    the black spot is probably mold. mold is toxic and not recommended to be consumed. it is a strong poison and affects people badly. even if you remove the mold, the toxins produced by the song remain in the other product. best remove the starter and throw it. and make a new starter.In addition, the fly inhibits the development process in the starter culture. the starter culture itself stops its development microorganisms change their development in starter culture. starter culture can not fulfill its mission to ferment bread and convey specific flavor.

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