If you are like me and love a deep umami punch to the palate, then kimchi is the ferment for you. It showcases the spicy slow burn of Korean chilli and the fermented funkiness of fish sauce. Let’s learn all about kimchi, then I will step you through making your first batch.
Kitchen Basics
How to Make Jun – The “Champagne of Fermented Drinks”
Have you tried jun? It is sometimes referred to as the “champagne of fermented drinks”. I remember the first time I tried it. A friend of mine has huge ceramic crocks on the go, full of jun. She prepared a tall glass for me with ice and freshly crushed verbena leaves … that was it,…
Sauerkraut “Any Which Way” – Jar or Crock
Most people start their fermentation journey with sauerkraut. It is such a simple and tasty ferment with a long history and the flavour combinations are seemingly endless.
Make Your Own Herb and Spice Cold Infused Oils
I could not live without infused oils. I incorporate them into my lotions and potions and they are also perfect for adding zing to stir fries, salad dressings, roast veggies and also as a garnish for soups and dips. Infusing herbs and spices allows the oily constituents of the plants to impart their own unique…
Kombucha Basics: A Beginners Guide to Brewing (& what to do when things go wrong)
Kombucha is fermented black tea which looks like a brew from a witch’s cauldron! All you need to get started is a kombucha SCOBY and a batch of cooled, sweetened black tea. Like magic, your SCOBY will ferment the tea into a fizzy, tangy drink with a funky edge. Ready to start your kombucha journey?
Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Paste: Your Daily Dose of Sunshine!
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a spice synonymous with Indian cuisine and adds a touch of warmth and sunshine to any dish. Its deep, slightly fruity, earthy bitterness will give your food a distinct flavour and provide numerous health benefits. Turmeric is renowned for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities, making it a valuable addition to your…
Easy Intuitive Bone Broth
Easy Intuitive Bone Broth I think we all need to loosen up about bone broth! I mention bone broth to my patients in the clinic, and more often than not, I would be on the receiving end of a bit of eye-rolling and the typical response of “I don’t have time for that”!…