Some of this was fermented in Pickl-It jars and some in Fido jars. Fido jars are less expensive, work just as well and are easier to use because you don't have to bother with the air lock. I was able to buy my Fido jars at Ross for a very nominal cost. They are also available through Amazon.com.
Last year, I posted instructions on how I make sauerkraut. That post is HERE. Cabbages, at least where I live, are very inexpensive right now. What you see in those jars is about 10 pounds of cabbage, and I'd be able to purchase that much for less than $4 right now. The only other thing you need is salt and a little time to do this. Don't be afraid! It's fun! It's easy! It's good for you!
By the way, I did NOT add any caraway seeds this year.
I love sauerkraut...are you telling me that this is just stored in the refrigerator? I shall have to look into that. But you need special jars? I will need to read your older post. We store a lot of cabbage in our root cellar and use it fresh all winter.
ReplyDeleteYes, I just keep it in the refrigerator. It is possible to ferment cabbage without the special jars, but it is a lot more trouble, and often, not reliably successful. It really is worth getting a couple of these jars. But do go for the Fido jars.
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