Sauerkraut (fermented cabbage)
Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Nut-free, Soya-free, Fish-free, in fact everything free!
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Author Vicki Montague, the Freefrom Fairy
- 1 preferably organic green or red cabbage - they will have more nutrients in them to begin with
- 2 medium-sized organic carrots - washed
- 1 - 2 tbsp sea salt - I use Cornish sea salt or other high quality salt
Finely slice the cabbage and grate the carrot
Add them to a large bowl or saucepan
Sprinkle with sea salt and squeeze the mixture together with your hands...I imagine I am massaging the mixture!
Continue until liquid is released from the mixture and it becomes nice and soft
If there isn't much liquid released add some filter or spring water to the mixture
Pack into a large kilner jar or equivalent and push down very firmly to eradicate any air
Leave about an inch spare at the top of the jar since the mixture will expand as it ferments
Make sure the mixture is covered with the liquid then close the lid and place in a dark place for 5-7 days
Every few days open the lid to release the gases
After that time place the jar in the fridge and consume before or during meals to aid digestion and re-populate your gut with some friendly bacteria!