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How To Ferment Vegetables Successfully
Trying to ferment vegetables, but do your ferments come out mushy? Or with a white film on top? Are they developing a cloudy liquid? Or are you looking for options in place of having to use salt?
In my tutorial video, I’ll answer your questions, and you’ll learn how to avoid or fix common lacto-fermentation problems.
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Tips and Tricks to Ferment Vegetables
If you’re new to fermenting vegetables, the process can seem a bit intimidating, but it’s really easier than you think. All it takes is some water, salt, and time, and before you know it, you’ll enjoy a probiotic-rich vegetable that’s crunchy and tangy…and better than anything you can buy at the grocery store!
In my tutorial video, I show you tips and tricks for successfully fermenting vegetables. You’ll avoid common problems and be on your way to successfully ferment vegetables every time!
More Fermentation Tutorial Videos
Fermentation can be a trial and error process. The more you try fermenting vegetables and fruits, the easier it will be for you to know when your ferment is in the ideal lacto-fermentation stage for the best probiotics for your gut health.
The following videos will help you learn more about the fermentation process, whether you’re a novice or an experienced fermenter.
More Fermentation Recipe Videos
In the following videos, I show you how to make delicious vegetable and fruit ferments. Print out the accompanying recipes and fill your home with these delicious, probiotic-rich foods.
Masontops Fermentation Kit
If you’re new to fermenting and you’re not sure what kitchen equipment you’ll need, I highly recommend the Masontops Fermentation Kit. (I show you the contents of the kit in my unboxing video.) With this kit and separately purchased mason jars, you’ll have everything you need to get started fermenting.
If you decide to get a Masontops Fermentation Kit, be sure to use my one-time promo code MARYSNST to get 15% off your Amazon purchase.
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