O sal não mata o fermento, mas diminui a velocidade. Bem como as bactérias lacto produzindo a acidez.
Existe até mesmo um nome para a adição consciente de sal ao sourdough em alemão: Monheimer Salzsauer-Verfahren (em inglês ):
The salt inhibits yeasts and acid formation. The maturation is delayed with intensification of the aromas. At the same time, the processing properties of the dough (influencing the proteins) improve. The bread gets a balanced taste with fine pores of the crumb .
Especially for the hobby bakery, this type of guide is suitable to produce breads with a balanced, mild flavor and flavor, without complicated and time-consuming work processes (as in the classic three-step guidance ).