Fermenting whole vegetables with a brine is one of the easiest ways to introduce yourself to lacto-fermentation. The prep is a breeze and the recipes are very simple, with typically only a couple ingredients. Our Lacto-Fermented Radish recipe is a classic and an easy one for beginners to master on their first try.
If you're new to the concept of at-home fermentation, you probably have a lot of questions about what fermentation is and how you're supposed to use your new gift.
We're going to give you a quick run-down to get you on your way to a healthier new you.
TheComplete Fermentation Kit is quickly becoming one of our top-selling products. We get a lot of new customers asking us about this kit and what makes it different from some of our othercombo packs.
If you're looking for a special snack, fermented vegetables are a great option with no guilt attached. A little sour and savory, you and your family won't believe they're loaded with vitamins and probiotics as you munch away by the fire.
Did you know you can make homemade ginger ale in 8 days or less? Most families have an ample supply of ginger ale on hand during the winter because it helps sooth upset stomachs, is a popular holiday mixer and it's a favorite among kids (thank goodness it's caffeine-free). Here's how to many it yourself!
'Tis the season to get cooking. With dinners, appetizers and charcuterie boards to prepare, you need all the help (and health) you can get. Garlic is a great way to add flavors to dishes and fermenting it only enhances it and adds additional health benefits.
Having one perfectly crafted cocktail, especially a personalized one, is a great icebreaker at parties and adds that element of "special" everyone craves. The key to making a good drink isn't just in the mixings, but the garnishes too.
Here's a list of our favorite fermented garnishes: what's yours?
Don't let over-complicated recipes fool you: fermentation is not an exact science. There is room for creativity and you don't need any specialized skills to start.
Making your own hot sauce is a great way to control the heat-flavor balance. Some people use hot sauce just for the burn, others like the flavor certain peppers can bring to a dish. Either way, fermenting your own is economical and very rewarding.
By making your hummus, you control what goes in and can reduce your intake of preservatives. Making small, healthier substitutions like this will go a long way for your health when you consider how often meals are accompanied with condiments.
Last week we posted a delicious recipe for fermented ketchup and this week we're going to be sharing a recipe on Fermented Hummus.
This month we're going to do a series of three fermented condiments on the Masontops blog, starting with ketchup.
Typically condiments are loaded with sugar, preservatives and too much sodium. By making them yourself, you can control what goes in them and add some nutritional value through fermentation. Fermented foods are high in healthy bacteria and will last years if stored properly in your fridge.