Did you know you can make yogurt with milk and chili peppers? I saw this idea on the blog of fermentation expert Sandor Katz. The article, Yogurt Cultured by Chili Peppers, relays the experience of a fermentation enthusiast in Israel without access to online starter cultures. I was intrigued and set out to find out…
Gluten-free Dosa
Looking for a meatless meal that costs pennies to make? Try this gluten-free dosa! Even with a grain-free diet this rice/lentil combination is often tolerated since it is thoroughly fermented ahead of time. Top with any vegetable combination you enjoy. Guacamole makes a nice topping as well! Dosas would make a nice lettuce wrap as…
Vitamin K2 and Natto
Natto is a traditional Japanese food made from soybeans fermented with the microbe Bacillus subtilis. It is one of Japan’s most noteworthy health foods. Did you know the fermentation process generates high levels of vitamin K2? Is Soy Bad For Me? Lots of controversy surrounds the issue of soy in our diet. The rise of…
Turmeric Lime Soda
There are a myriad of health benefits associated with the curcumin component of turmeric, including inhibition of colon, gastric and breast cancers. Unfortunately turmeric in its raw form is not easily assimilated into the body, making it a challenge to increase the bioavailability of this superfood. One of my favorite ways to ferment turmeric is…
