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Fermented Kefir Carrot Slaw


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  • Author: chef-yous
  • Total Time: 15 minutes plus fermentation time
  • Yield: 2 pint jars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and healthy slaw made with shredded carrots and kefir, packed with probiotics for gut health.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots, shredded
  • 12 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 cup kefir

Instructions

  1. Wash and shred the carrots (no need to peel unless dirty).
  2. Place the shredded carrots in a large bowl.
  3. Add 1-2 teaspoons of salt.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup of kefir and mix until juicy.
  5. Stuff the mixture into glass jars, pressing down to avoid air pockets.
  6. Loosely cover the jars with lids, allowing gas to escape.
  7. Let sit at room temperature for 2-4 days, tasting daily until tangy.
  8. Once fermented, store in the fridge.

Notes

Experiment with flavor variations by adding fresh ginger, cumin seeds, grated apple, garlic, jalapeños, or lemon zest.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Fermenting
  • Cuisine: Fermented

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg