Sourdough Starter Smells Like Acetone? Troubleshooting Guide
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Why Does My Sourdough Starter Smell Like Acetone?
That nail-polish-remover smell is alarming, but your starter probably isn't ruined.
The Short Answer
An acetone or nail-polish-remover smell usually means your starter is hungry. It has used up much of its available food and needs to be fed.
It doesn't necessarily mean your starter is bad — it usually means it's time to adjust your feeding routine.
What Should You Do?
Find out why your starter smells like acetone and how to get it back on track.
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An acetone smell can be your starter's way of telling you it's hungry. Check the feeding routine before assuming something is wrong.
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