Why does Sourdough Starter grow yeast but not other dangerous microorganisms like mold?
In: Biology
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/02/130221194239.htm
TL:DR:
>During sourdough production, bacteria convert the linoleic acid in bread flour to a compound that has powerful antifungal activity.
Now, that said, they can and do grow mold if the starter isn’t fed or cared for properly.
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