Lacto-Fermented Carrots

Delicious lacto-fermented carrots, rich in probiotics, can be prepared in just 10 minutes, with an included spicy and herb-infused variation.

Category Tags:

AppetizerCondiment

Cuisine Tags:

American

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Instructions

  1. Dissolve 2 teaspoons non-iodized salt in 3 cups filtered water to create the brine.

  2. Wash, peel, and trim 1 1/2 pounds of carrots, then cut them lengthwise into quarters suitable for pint jars.

  3. Tightly pack the prepared carrots into two clean glass pint jars, then pour the brine over them, ensuring full coverage.

  4. Loosely cover the jars with lids and place them on small plates. Allow them to ferment at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours.

  5. After 24 hours, check for active fermentation indicated by bubbles and a mild, sour smell.

  6. Once signs of active fermentation are present, transfer the jars to the refrigerator door for continued slow fermentation.

  7. The fermented carrots will be ready to eat 1 to 2 weeks after preparation.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 30 kcal
Carbohydrate: 7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 1 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Sodium: 582 mg
Sugar: 3 g
Fat: 0 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g