diff --git a/src/sauerkraut.md b/src/sauerkraut.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..2e707b1 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/sauerkraut.md @@ -0,0 +1,22 @@ +# Sauerkraut + +Sauerkraut is a based lacto-fermented food that is healthy and has a long shelf live. + +## Ingredients + +- 1 head of cabbage +- 2-4% sea salt by cabbage weight + +## Directions + +1. Prepare and clean as many glass jars as you think you'll need. +2. Chop or shred cabbage and rinse under cold water. Sprinkle with salt. +3. Knead the cabbage with clean hands for about 10 minutes until there is enough liquid to cover it. +4. Stuff the cabbage into a glass jar, pressing the cabbage underneath the liquid. If necessary, add a bit of water to completely cover the cabbage. +5. Cover the jar with a tight lid, airlock lid, or coffee filter secured with a rubber band. +6. Culture at room temperature (60-70°F/15-20°C is preferred) for at least 2 weeks, until desired flavor and texture is achieved. If using a tight lid, burp it daily to release excess pressure. +7. Once the sauerkraut is finished, put a tight lid on the jar and move to cold storage. The sauerkraut's flavor will continue to develop as it ages. + +## Contribution + +- Andrej Kirchmaier, XMR: 53QjcCVACp4Fuc5cULMoa8GyS8jyuwLteSihhoAkuezfBMSpnwsQgZ2Mu1cha2fpG8AZqtAwdHmZB6hNqk3K4485HrKQFyS