This recipe for Fermented Beets is a great way to start your fermentation journey. Whether you are a beginner or an expert fermenter, this recipe breaks down everything you need to know from equipment to fermenting safely. All you need are a few simple and fresh ingredients as well as time to make this lacto-fermented beetroot recipe.
Prep time: PT15M
Total time: PT7215M
Rating
5 stars (3 reviews)
Keywords
beets, fermentation, fermented, fermented beets
Ingredients
2 cups Fresh un-chlorinated water (- Filtered or spring water - 475ml)
1 tbsp Kosher, pickling or sea salt (- 17 grams)
2-4 Garlic cloves
2-3 Beets (- Peeled and cut into small chunks or slices)
1-2 tbsp White vinegar (- Optional (to be used after fermentation is complete))
Categories
condiment
Side Dish
Cuisine
german
Steps
Prepare the Brine. In a large measuring cup or jug, combine the fresh water with salt. Mix well to dissolve the salt.
Pack the jar. To your clean jar, add the garlic cloves and beet slices.
Add weight. Apply the fermentation weight (if using), making sure that it sits below the rim of the jar.
Pour brine. Carefully pour enough brine solution to cover the beets.
Add fermentation lid. Apply the fermentation lid to the top of the jar.
Ferment. Ferment the beets for at least 5 days away from direct sunlight. On day 5, taste the beets. If you want them to be tangier and sourer, replace the weight and lid and continue to ferment for a few more days. If you’re happy with the taste, remove the weight, and fermentation lid. Add the optional vinegar, apply a regular lid and place the ferment in the fridge.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 8 kcal
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Protein: 0.3 g
Fat: 0.03 g
Saturated Fat: 0.01 g
Sodium: 713 mg
Sugar: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.02 g
Reviews
BillyBob on 2024-09-12 (5 stars): Great site and great recipe for fermented beets. Appreciate the detail and explanations in your recipes!!!
Kari Gottselig on 2024-08-14 (5 stars): Hi! I am eager to try your fermented beets recipe! Do you cook your beets prior to fermenting them and how long of a shelf life will the final product have?
Thanks,
Kari