Fermented Foods 101

Probiotic RICH Red Cabbage Sauerkraut Recipe

HEALTH BENEFITS OF RED CABBAGE SAUERKRAUT

– Red cabbage is low in calories, high in vitamin C, vitamins A, K, B6, and fiber.

– During the fermentation process, as the cabbage ferments, a helpful probiotic, Lactobacillus, grows and thrives in the brine environment.

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– Eating fermented foods, such as this homemade sauerkraut, can introduce good bacteria into the digestive tract for better digestion.

PREP TIME: 15 MIN

INGREDIENTS

1 head of red or green cabbage 8 to 10 dried juniper berries 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 4 cups of brine

Top with fruits or nuts. I like to add a tiny bit of lemon drizzle and crushed nuts. Enjoy!

STEP 2

Remove outer leaves, rinse cabbage and shred.

Prepare the brine.....

Fill jars with the shredded cabbage sprinkling spices throughout. Add brine.

Complete directions including fermentation times, etc., can be found on the blog. 

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