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Beet Kvass
A traditional Beet Kvass recipe made with beetroot, salt, and water. Naturally fermented and probiotic-rich, this earthy drink is simple to make and an easy addition to your daily gut health routine.
Ingredients
Everything you need.
- 200 g beetroot, unpeeled and cut into thick sticks
- Around 1.8 L filtered, non-chlorinated water
- 40 g non-iodised sea salt
Equipment
- 2L glass fermentation jar
- Grommet lid and airlock
Method
Step-by-step.
- Prepare the Beetroot Wash. Don't peel the skin, and cut the beetroot into thick sticks.
- Sterilize the Jar Clean your 2L fermentation jar with hot water and let it air dry completely before use.
- Combine the Ingredients Transfer the beetroot into the jar. Add the 40 g sea salt, then pour in the water, leaving about 2 inches of headspace. Stir well until the salt has completely dissolved.
- Seal with an Airlock Close the jar with the grommet lid and attach the airlock. Fill the airlock halfway with clean water.
- Ferment Leave the jar at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, for 3 to 5 days.
- Taste and Store Start tasting from Day 3. Once the kvass has developed a pleasantly tangy, earthy flavour, strain the liquid into a clean bottle and refrigerate. Serve chilled.
Notes & variations
Tweaks, swaps, what we've learned.
- Use fresh, firm beetroot for the best flavour and colour.
- Use filtered, non-chlorinated water and non-iodised sea salt for reliable fermentation.
- Leave about 2 inches of headspace to allow for fermentation activity.
- Refrigerate once fermented and enjoy within 2 to 3 weeks for the best flavour.
- Beet Kvass is one of the easiest fermented drinks to make at home. With just beetroot, salt, and water, you can create a naturally probiotic beverage that is earthy, refreshing, and rooted in traditional fermentation. Whether enjoyed on its own or as part of your daily routine, it's a simple way to explore the benefits of fermented foods.
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