Lacto-fermented Blueberries

Step 1

Mix together berries, maple syrup or sugar, whey and sea salt.

Step 2

Pack berry mixture into a 2 cup wide mouth canning jar or Fido jar. Lightly press down on the berries get them to fit in the jar being sure to leave at least 1" of headspace.

Step 3

Add water to cover the berries completely.

Step 4

Place a glass fermentation weight, or a small, tightly closed plastic bag of water on top of the berries to keep the berries submerged.

Step 5

Place the lid in place and leave to ferment at room temperature for 24 hours.

Step 6

Refrigerate, and use within 2 - 3 weeks.