Cultured Carrots Recipe
How to culture carrots to enhance flavor, digestibility, and nutritional value through the addition of beneficial lactic acid bacteria and enzymes.
Ingredients
- 4-6 large carrots preferably organic
- 1 Tbsp liquid whey
- 1/2 Tbsp sea salt
- 1-2 fresh oak leaves optional to maintain extra crunchiness
Instructions
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Peel and slice carrots into sticks about 1/3" thick and 5" long.
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Place optional oak leaves at the bottom of a one-pint mason jar and then put in the carrot sticks.
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Fill the jar to one inch below the rim with filtered water. Add sea salt and whey, *Make sure the carrot sticks are completely submerged in the brine water. If they are a bit too long, remove them from the jar and trim slightly before placing them back in the jar.
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Affix the lid tightly and turn the jar gently a few times to thoroughly mix.
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Place the jar on the counter for two days to ferment. You may turn the jar once or twice a day during this time to facilitate the culturing process.
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Refrigerate the carrot sticks and enjoy as desired. They make a great snack to add to lunchboxes. Coarsely chop to add a probiotic feature to salads.
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Fermented carrot sticks last for months in the refrigerator.