Everything you need to master the age-old art of fermentation from
home!
From kombucha and kefir to sourdough and kimchi, this cookbook is your
go-to guide for safe fermentation and discovering the science of
probiotic foods.
This newly revised edition covers the amazing health benefits of
fermented foods and the techniques for safely fermenting food at home.
It includes:
- More than 100 recipes for ferments of all types, including beverages,
cultured dairy, fermented grains, vegetable ferments, and much more
- Helpful insights on the tools and techniques you'll need to know to
safely create nearly any type of fermented food
- Expert guidance from Wardeh Harmon on how fermentation works, how to
troubleshoot common fermentation issues, and how to grow your own
starters
Fermented foods are currently experiencing a renaissance. People are
discovering not only the health benefits of live-culture foods but also
the true pleasure of creating their own fermentations at home. The
diverse chapters in this recipe book cover everything from the history
of fermentation to common fermentation recipes for vegetables, fruits,
grains, and even alcoholic beverages.
This authoritative guide features a wide range of DIY fermentation
projects that allow you to progress from simple fermented condiments
like chutneys and mayonnaise to more advanced techniques such as
fermenting meats and fish. Fermenting will give you all the tools you
need to start making your own delicious cultured food right away and
help you ease into this exciting hobby!
It's the perfect book for anyone who has thought about trying to ferment
their own food.