Fermented Fruit

Step 1

You will need 2% salt to have a successful fermentation. Weigh blueberries in grams to determine how many grams of salt you need.Example: if you have 300 grams of blueberries, you’ll need to add 6 grams of salt. To get this number, I calculated 300 (g) x 0.02 = 6g.

Step 2

Add blueberries to a bowl and sprinkle salt over. Mix.

Step 3

Pour into a jar and add a weight.

Step 4

Place a lid on the jar and seal it loosely, because this mixture will bubble and the air bubbles will need to escape.

Step 5

After 24 hours, start to taste your ferment every day until it is the perfect level of fermentation for you.

Step 6

For this method, it typically takes anywhere from three to seven days, depending on the storage temperature for the jar.

Step 7

Heat water slightly.

Step 8

In a jar, add sugar and salt. Pour in warm water and stir to dissolve. Allow to cool.

Step 9

Once the water is cool, add remaining ingredients.

Step 10

Weigh down fruit with a fermentation weight. All the fruit must stay below the brine.

Step 11

Add a loose lid on the jar or use a pickle pipe to allow the gasses to release. After 24 hours, taste every day until your ferment reaches the desired taste.