Do you like pickles? Yes? (note -you should check out this post on how to make simple homemade picklesand spicygarlic dill pickles if so).
I’m a huge proponent of probiotics so while I was filling prescriptions in the drug store these past few months, I was simultaneously buying some kick ass probiotics to try and help keep some good bacteria in my system.
So, when the second round of antibiotics came around, I decided that instead of spending $30 on probiotic pills and $4 kombucha bottles every time I ventured into the hippie-mart (my loving name for the local natural foods store), I should probably look into this whole lacto-fermented vegetable thing.
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The naturally occurring bacteria on fruits and vegetables is called lactobacillus. When they’re placed in an oxygen free environment, the bacteria convert sugar into lactic acidwhich is what givesfermented foods their characteristic tangy/sour flavor.
These are the basics. There’s a whole world of fermentation supplies that can be purchased to make the process both easier and safer once you’ve got the method down.
I’ve been adding them to salads, on top of my protein with lunch or dinner or, just picking at them throughout the day when I’m bored.
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And this is where I’m going to sound like a total nerd, but every time I eat them I silently say “take
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My doctor recommended eating fermented veggies if I can stomach them. I tried some store bought yesterday and it will take some getting used to, but I do like sour foods. I'm going to try this recipe, wish me luck. I'm not much into saurkraut, but I like that I can use other veggies that I like too.
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Thanks! Your instructions are clear and practical, with no unnecessary info. I just discovered kinchi($$$) and like to cook/make food at home. There is this fear that you shouldn't leave food out unrefrig'ed, but the Koreans and others cultures have been doing it for centuries.
I make a lot of pickled veggies, but I mostly turn to vinegar. This simple recipe opened a world of possibilities! No spoilage and no mold. Lovely flavor!Have you ever wondered how lacto-fermentation works? I’ve got you covered! This in-depth guide will walk you through how to ferment vegetables so you can make your own deliciously-flavored veggies at home.
In this post, I’ve included a basic fermented vegetables recipe, plus some additional inspiration with different flavor profiles and veggies – like carrots, string beans, cauliflower, radishes, etc.
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All veggies have lactic acid bacteria on (or in) them. Lactic acid bacteria is “good” bacteria (a.k.a. bacteria that helps diversify and support your gut microbiome, rather than making you sick).
So, with lacto-fermentation, we want to create a balance with brine (salty water) that’s salty enough to kill other bacteria, but not too salty to kill the lactic acid bacteria, too.
That way, lactic acid bacteria will thrive, veggies will ferment, you’ll get a nice “good” bacteria boost (probiotics! <- more on those in that blog post), and you won’t cultivate “bad” bacteria.
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Generally, that salty-enough-but-not-too-salty environment comes out to about 5% salt for brined veggies (which are what I focused on for this post).
The second (the ‘dry-salting method‘) involves salting the veggies and letting the salt bring out all the juices to create a brine, then submerge the veggies in their own salty juices.
The brining method works best for veggies that don’t give off a lot of moisture, like sliced carrots and radishes, cauliflower, green beans, cucumber spears, etc.
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Shredding the veggies like carrots, radishes, and cucumbers gives them a lot more surface area to let out juices, hence the dry salting method is best for those. But when you just use carrot sticks or cucumber spears, they don’t tend to let out as much liquid, so brining works best.
It’s certainly not a hard-and-fast rule, and fermentation is meant to be fairly flexible. On that note – sliced peppers and onions will usually work well with either method.
There are 3 factors that affect lactic acid fermentation that you can play around with if things don’t go perfectly. (But I promise, in general it’s really not that hard or finicky!)
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As a general rule, bacteria reproduces faster in warmer environments, so the amount of time you need to ferment something might be shorter in the summer versus the winter.
If you are fermenting something and it gets moldy, you might need to adjust by slightly increasing salt to kill off mold spores at the beginning. Or, ferment slower in a slightly cooler environment. Make sure your jars and lids are totally clean, too!
It’s all a fun game of trial and error, but the recipe inspiration I’ve included below should typically work for all seasons.
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Start by placing your veggies and seasonings into jars (again, see the recipe card at the end of the post for combination inspiration).
Be sure to leave at least 1 inch of space on top of the veggies. (Rule of thumb: it’s usually better to use too large of a container vs. too small!)
Next, use a kitchen scale (if possible) to measure out 5 grams of salt to every 100 grams of water that you’re using. (This is the base for your 5% salt brine).
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I recommend weighing the salt and water rather than using volume, because salt weight:volume ratios vary drastically between different types of salts.
But if you don’t have a scale and still want to ferment, using approximates should usually work. In general, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt is about 5 grams and 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt is about 6 grams.
Then, pour the brine over the veggies until they’re submerged. Leave about 1/2 inch space in the jar above the brine. If necessary, use a weight or spring to weigh the veggies down so they stay fully submerged (links to some products to try are below in the “equipment” section).
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Use a valved or airlock lid to cover. This allows built-up gas to escape without letting excess air or bugs inside the jar.
If using a regular lid, don’t screw it on completely tight (and be sure to open the jar once a day to release built-up gas).
At the 3-day mark, taste the veggies to see if they’ve reached the acidity level/pickled taste that you like. If they’re salty but without any tang, let sit another day and test again each subsequent day until they’re to your liking.
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Fermentation uses natural bacteria from the vegetables to achieve the desired flavor, whereas pickling uses an acidic substance (often vinegar) instead. With fermenting, you get that flavor from a natural chemical reaction.
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These easy fermented vegetable recipes are the ideal probiotic-rich companion for any meal and are easy to make at home. All you need is water, salt, and vegetables.
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When I lived in Romania, my family shopped at the local farmers market and ate seasonally. There was really no choice as it was that or starve. We didn't have well-stocked grocery stores so we had to be prepared. In anticipation of cold, long winters, my grandparents would ferment large quantities of vegetables that were not available in the winter. Little did I know just how beneficial fermented vegetables were.
Our Western diet has done a number on gut flora and our digestive system as many of us are eating foods our body simply does not know how to assimilate and has a difficult time digesting. But I'm a firm believer that by eating fermented foods daily we can rebuild our healthy guts. This is in turn helps with food absorption, improved digestion, and overall health. After all, if our gut isn’t healthy, then every other system in the body will be affected.
I’m a proponent of supplementation but I’m also a firm believer that we can get everything we need from food. And one of the best ways to populate and heal our guts is through consuming probiotic-rich fermented foods daily. It is a cheaper
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