Fermenting

The shelf life of a product can be affected by Fermented hot sauce pH. The less acidic the sauce is, the better it will preserve. A high-salt and low-acid environment will give the best results for hot sauce pH.  High acid environments will result in a low pH, whereas high salt environments will result in…

Kimchi, a traditional Korean dish, is gaining popularity all over the globe. It is delicious, beneficial for health, and can be made at home. Many beginners have trouble with their kimchi not bubbling as it should. So, if you are wondering what has gone wrong with your sauerkraut, I am here to help. The problem…

The U.S. is a nation of people. Bananas are the third most popular fruit in the country, according to the Department of Agriculture. They are an excellent source of fiber, as well as being full of vitamins and minerals. Some people might avoid them because they are also quite sweet. If you ferment bananas, you…

If you like international food, you’ve probably heard of the traditional Korean dish called kimchi. Kimchi has been around for thousands of years and there are hundreds of different varieties. One of the most popular is fresh, unfermented kimchi. If you want to know what the difference is between fresh and fresh ferment, you have…

People have not always been able to grow produce throughout the year. They came up with some innovative methods of food preservation. The perfect example would be the staple of Korean cuisine, kimchi. It has a salty taste and is well-known for its health benefits. It can be difficult to achieve saltiness if you are…

The most significant difference between haram and halal foods is that Islam has dietary laws that originate from religious teachings. Unacceptable foods are haram, while foods that are acceptable to Islam are not. When it comes to the processing and preparation of halal foods, strict requirements and procedures need to be followed. Since alcohol is…

Are you a fan of the spicy, sour, tangy goodness that comes with the Korean dish? The complexity of the flavors of kimchi is due to the fermentation process that is involved in making it. So what causes the ferment? Most people know kimchi is made from pickled cabbage and chili peppers but what causes…

It is beneficial for your health to have homemade kimchi. It’s not easy to get it right every time, even though it’s not difficult to make. Certain things can go wrong in the process, such as ending up with kimchi that has too much water. Your Kimchi was fermented too long and is too salty,…

Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish that is becoming increasingly popular around the world, and due to its strong flavor and health benefits, a lot of people make it themselves at home. Although it is easy to make kimchi, you may experience difficulties in the process. You may think your kimchi isn’t fermenting. If your…

One of the traditional dishes of Korean cuisine is kimchi, a combination of vegetables such as cabbage, radish, and seasonings. Some people may wonder if there is alcohol in the product since it is a fermented product. Is it possible that kimchi has alcohol? The amount of alcohol in it is minimal since alcohol is…

The general rule of thumb is to measure out about 14 cups of dry feed per chicken if you have been raising chickens with dry feed. How much dry feed do you need for a single chicken? You need a bit less compared to dry feed since it holds more water weight and is a…

Do you know the difference between food that is preserved and food that is fermentable? A method of preserving food that involves using acidic brine to store it is called pickling. Food that has a sour taste can be found in both cases. Natural bacteria give that taste when it’s fermentable. The sour flavor from…

The South Indian dishes of Idly and Dosa are very popular. Maybe you have some leftover batter that you want to use in the making of dosas. However, you are not sure if this is possible. I want to assure you that you can make delicious dosas out of the batter. Idly batter can be…

South Indian pancakes called dosas are a great option for people who like texture-filled, savory foods. The batter for the dosa has several stages, each of which contributes to the nutrition and flavor. It’s important to let the batter ferment before cooking to get the best batter. Why do we have to ferment the batter?…

Adding more nutrition to your chicken feed can be done with the help of Lacto-fermentation. It is possible to ferment chicken feed at home, which is one of the best things about it. What are you going to do if your chicken feed smells bad? For sure, that is not supposed to happen. What affects…

The sugars from cane sugar and beets are converted into molasses. It is both dark and sweet and can be found in many different varieties. Blackstrap molasses, the result of the third boiling process, contains the most vitamins and minerals, which is why it is used with chicken feed. If you are new to chicken…

Fermenting takes time, the more time it takes, the better. It is worth it when it comes to hot sauces, as it helps to reduce the heat and adds flavor to the sauce. The final result depends on the ingredients used and the pepper in particular. You can mix and match chili peppers, jalapenos, habanero…

To make wine, grapes are picked from the vine and then ferment. Maybe there is a delay in picking them, and they have been growing on the vine for a long time. Is it possible for grapes to ferment in the vine? Yes, grapes can ferment on the vine. During fermentation, grapes convert sugar to…

Did you know that ascorbic acid is just a supplement for vitamins C and E? Many people think apple juice has a lot of it since apples have a lot of vitamins C and E. Many people add additional ascorbic acid when making their apple juice or apple cider at home because it doesn’t work…

Providing high-quality nutrition for your chickens is the best way to ensure their well-being, as well as the freshness of their eggs. You can make your chicken feed, which is a sure way to make both. The chickens will love it if you give them enough time to soak it. Fermented chicken feed is made…

A mason jar is one of the most versatile and sustainable food containers currently available. They are both eco-friendly and toxin-free, which makes them an excellent investment. This is the reason why a lot of kombucha brewers choose them as their preferred vessel. You might have noticed that when purchasing kombucha, it is usually stored…

You will soon discover the benefits of making your batches of the gut-friendly liquid once you incorporate kombucha into your daily life. It presents some challenges, but it is a fascinating process. It’s unpleasant to have the unique smell associated with brewing kombucha. But does kombucha always have to smell? Kombucha is a fermented tea…

Have you ever been tempted to buy garlic-infused oils in a grocery store or specialty food store? Maybe you wondered if you could just ferment garlic on your own to save money and add new flavors to your pantry since they tend to be pricey. Can you use garlic in olive oil to ferment it?…

If you have been reading recent material about food that is fermentable, you will most likely have come across the idea of a crock. The grand debate was about mason jars. This has been going on for quite some time. It is related to whether or not mason jars are a better option than crocks…

I think we all agree that honey and maple syrup are very similar. One of my favorite things about honey is that it can be made into a beverage. If honey can be fermented, can you ferment maple syrup? The affirmative answer is yes. There is a unique alcohol called acerglyn that can be made…

Lentils are a great source of nutrition and are a great addition to a healthy diet. Many people skip soaking lentils, just cooking and preparing them in a range of soups, stews, and other dishes, because they are so fast and easy to cook. When we cook lentils, we usually boil them, but can you…

It is hard to not get addicted once you start making something. It is a simple, fascinating way to create new flavors and dimensions to ordinary ingredients, and it can completely transform your cooking. As you get more involved in this hobby, you will want to scale up your ferments into larger and specialized containers….

Fruits and vegetables are very different from each other. It is more common to find foods made from vegetables that are fermentable because they have lower sugar content. It is more common to find fruit in alcohol ferments like wine and cider because of the high sugar content in fruit. There are many good reasons…

Apple pies and apple juice are popular because they are the shining star of our favorite foods and drinks. You may be aware that fruits can be used to make alcoholic drinks, such as grapes for wine and apples for hard cider, and a lesser-known example is bananas. It’s possible to ferment apples to make…

We all know that wine comes from grapes, beer comes from grains and hard cider comes from apples. Is there any other food that can be used to make alcohol? Some lesser-known foods used to make some of the most common alcoholic drinks include juniper berries, which are used to make gin, coffee beans, and…

Food preparation and preservation can be done through the use of Fermentation. Fermentation is exploding in popularity for a wide range of people from chefs to foodies. Vegetables have a unique, salty flavor and can be cultivated with healthy bacteria for our bodies. Do you know what happens when you ferment vegetables? The most common…

Raw honey, water, yeast, and time are some of the key ingredients for making mead. If you’ve already used raw honey to make mead, you might be wondering if it’s possible to use fermentable honey to make it again. If you use honey that is already fermentable, it will have different flavors that will change…

Have you spent days or weeks preparing a fermented hot sauce, only to strain it at the end and end up with a hot sauce that is too thin? Maybe your hot sauce is too thin because you used too much water or vinegar? I will give you some tips on how to prevent your…

Are you planning on growing your hot peppers and making your hot sauce with them? Have you picked way more peppers from your garden than you know what to do with them, so just froze the extra for later use? If your pepper plants grow inconsistently, you might have to freeze the ones you have…

Is it possible to ferment your kombucha at home? Glass, plastic, or something else have you used to ferment kombucha in? Some people think that the use of plastic in the production of kombucha is questionable. If you are considering using it for the second fermentation, that is. Although it is technically possible to second…

Are you a fan of enjoying your food at warm or hot temperatures? Maybe sauerkraut as a side to your meat and potatoes, or even some hot kimchi soup? When you eat your food this way, you might have wondered what happens to the organisms in it. One of the main reasons you eat fermentable…

Have you ever tried to make your hot sauce or peppers at home? If that’s the case, you know how the taste of peppers can be changed by fermentation. In comparison to regular hot peppers or hot sauce, which can hit you in the face with heat, you get more of an umami flavor, which…

One of the biggest questions among fermenters is whether or not to add vinegar. It is usually used for pickling, but can it be used for fermentation, too? As long as you add the right amount at the right time, it’s okay to add a touch of vinegar to your product. The fermentation process can…

Did you know that oak barrels can hold up to three years’ worth of Tabasco hot sauce? Are you aware of what aging means and what it does to the hot sauce? I will talk about aging hot sauce and how it is turning into something else. I will discuss the use of oak barrels…

Have you noticed that the flavor and color of your hot sauce change over time? Have you ever gone to open a bottle of hot sauce only to have it overflow and spill over on you? Some things can happen due to the fermentation process. You can still ferment your hot sauce after you bottle…

Did you know that you don’t have to use a salt and water brine solution to make your food at home? It’s possible to substitute the salty for the sweet by making food out of honey. If you want something to satisfy your sugar cravings, honey is an excellent alternative to brine and is compatible…

There are probably thousands of different types of hot sauces out there, but did you know that a lot of them are made from yeast? Anyway, why ferment hot sauce in the first place? Fermentation adds the flavor and texture to a hot sauce that no other process can deliver.  During fermentation, bacteria consume sugars…

In the last few years, hot sauces made their way back into style because many people are craving funkiness. Not only does the shelf life of your hot sauce increase, but it also improves the already delicious flavor of pepper. The best hot sauce makers in the world usually ferment their product for a good…

The hot sauce brine percentage is one of the most important factors affecting the result of your efforts. Too little salt in the brine can make the sauce taste unbalanced in the best-case scenario. In the worst-case scenario, it increases the risk of product degradation.  Too much salt may cause the process to be slowed…

Fermented hot sauce with fruit is not the easiest hot sauce type to make for beginners. Some fruits don’t fare well with hot peppers, and sugars can cause spoilage if the ingredients aren’t handled correctly. For this reason, I have created a detailed guide on how to make hot sauce with fruit that will be…