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Lacto-fermentation is a method of food preservation that also enhances the nutrient content of the food.

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How to Ferment Vegetables

Learn how to ferment vegetables at home. We walk you through fermenting vegetables, including fermented vegetables recipes, fermented foods, and more.
How To Make Fermented Vegetable Juice

Traditionally, fermented vegetable juice is the juice or liquid found in a vegetable ferment. Make it by placing vegetables in liquid, ferment, then strain.
Lacto-Fermenting Meat And Fish: Part One

While fermenting meat requires a little more attention and know-how than vegetable or fruit fermentation, it can still be well worth your time and effort.
Preservation And Pickling Of Garlic In Apple Cider Vinegar

Did you know you can pickle garlic? Using apple cider vinegar cuts the sharpness of the garlic while allowing it to retain all its pungent goodness.
Fermenting Already-Prepared Foods

Short on time? Don't stress about not making everything from scratch. Add nutrients and probiotics to store-bought foods by fermenting them!
Lacto-Fermenting Meat And Fish: Part Two

Learn more about lacto-fermenting meats and fish in the second half of this series.
Introduction To Culturing Fruit

While fermenting fruit is a bit more complicated than culturing vegetables or dairy products, the natural sugars in the fruit can produce delicious results.
Fermenting Beans And Legumes

Fermented beans and legumes are a wonderful source of plant-based protein. Learn how to ferment them with this guide.
How To Keep Fermented Vegetables Submerged

Try these tips for keeping your vegetables submerged during fermentation, no matter what type of container you use.
Lacto-Fermenting Squash, Pumpkin, And Other Winter Vegetables

Just because the warm summer months have passed doesn't mean you can't get your fix of vegetable fermenting. Follow these tips and recipes for an abundance of fermented veggies this winter.
How to Ferment Garlic Scapes

Garlic scapes are pungent, just like garlic cloves, but have a brighter, fresher, and lighter flavor. They are delicious in salads, any dish requiring garlic, and get an extra tangy boost from lacto-fermentation.

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How to Ferment Vegetables

How To Make Fermented Vegetable Juice

Lacto-Fermenting Meat And Fish: Part One

Preservation And Pickling Of Garlic In Apple Cider Vinegar

Fermenting Already-Prepared Foods

Lacto-Fermenting Meat And Fish: Part Two

Introduction To Culturing Fruit

Fermenting Beans And Legumes

How To Keep Fermented Vegetables Submerged

Lacto-Fermenting Squash, Pumpkin, And Other Winter Vegetables

How to Ferment Garlic Scapes

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