How to Ferment Turmeric
I am often asked how I ferment my turmeric. Here we go ...
1 kg grated turmeric root
1 tbsp grated black pepper
2 tbsp mature sauerkraut brine
2 tsp salt
Mix and massage well and pack into a jar. Place a cabbage leaf plug over the top, then some food safe weights. If there is not enough liquid to cover the plug add brine at the strength 1 tsp salt per 250 mL standard cup of clean water. No chlorine please, chlorine is in the water because it kills bacteria.
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That's fine and I can understand the process of fermentation of turmeric but I want to know what is the use of fermented turmeric and what is its benefit. Is it like pickle ??
Does this affect the strength of the tumeric? The value of the fermentation process is understood, and attractive; but I don't want to reduce the strength of the Tumeric.