Fermented Sauerkraut Mason Jar Recipe

The Easiest Homemade Sauerkraut Recipe in a Mason Jar

WEBDec 1, 2017 · Slice the cabbage by first slicing in half, then in quarters. Remove the core and slice the cabbage lengthwise into thin ribbons. …

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1. Start with a clean surface including hands and all equipment you are using.
2. Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage. DO NOT WASH THE CABBAGE. The beneficial bacteria is in the cabbage, don't wash it all away. I prefer to use organic cabbage as to avoid pesticide exposure.
3. Slice the cabbage by first slicing in half, then in quarters. Remove the core and slice the cabbage lengthwise into thin ribbons
4. Place the cabbage into a large bowl and sprinkle with salt. Using clean hands, massage the salt into the cabbage. Continue to massage and squeeze the cabbage for several minutes. This requires putting a little muscle into it. Gradually the cabbage will become watery and limp. This should take 5-10 minutes.

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WEBAdd to the mason jar. Add a few spoonfuls to a clean, dry mason jar. Press down the cabbage as you add it with each spoonful. Keep adding …

1. Shred the cabbage into thin strips using a knife, mandoline slicer or food processor.
2. Place the cabbage shreds in a large bowl along with salt, fennel and coriander.
3. Press the liquid out of the cabbage by smashing it using a spoon or meat hammer. The combination of the pressing action and salt will help release the fluid from the cabbage. This will take about ten minutes.
4. Add a few spoonfuls to a clean, dry mason jar. Press down the cabbage as you add it with each spoonful. Keep adding cabbage and pressing it down until the liquid rises above the cabbage and the liquid is about an inch from the top of the jar. This will allow room for expansion during fermentation.

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