Caldwell Starter Culture for Fresh Vegetables, Box of 6 Packets

The Science of Lacto Fermentation Lacto fermentation (also known as lactic acid fermentation) is a traditional method of conserving food. Foods that are correctly fermented are safe for consumption and provide a large number of health benefits, as well as a wide variety of flavors and aromas. Lactic acid bacteria are responsible for the fermentation. During the process, sugars are converted to lactic acid or to a mixture of acids, which help to preserve the vegetables. The key to successful fermentation is controlling the variables. These variables include the fermenting temperature, salt concentration and quality, water purity, and the quality of the starter (bacteria). If some or all of these are not appropriate for lacto fermentation, the acidity (pH) may not drop quickly enough and molds, yeasts, or unwanted bacteria may be produced. STARTER An effective starter culture, when used correctly, helps to control the fermentation process. The starter provides an ideal environment for the fermentation to start, and also stabilizes the process, resulting in consistently successful fermentation. Our starter is the result of 15 years of research and development in commercial organic fermentation, and contains the correct bacteria strains in the ideal proportions, thus maximizing the chances of success. It is important to dissolve the starter thoroughly, and then mix the starter solution well with the vegetables. This will ensure that the bacteria are well distributed throughout the mixture. INGREDIENTS: Sugar (as carrier), skim milk powder, ascorbic acid, active lactic bacteria (lb.plantarum, Ln.mesenteroides, Pc.acidilactici). Each box contains 6 pouches. Each pouch prepares 4.5 lbs of raw vegetables. Refrigeration is recommended for long-term storage.

Featuring the Caldwell's Starter Culture for Vegetables! The only starter culture developed specifically for fermenting vegetables! This unique starter culture will help you make your own delicious raw cultured vegetables at home. It is perfect for making sauerkraut and kimchi. It delivers the right active bacteria for vegetable fermentation, helping to produce consistently successful results, and to enhance flavor and crispness. Caldwell's have been producing fermented vegetables for over 15 years, working with the Canadian Food Research and Development Center to research the science of lacto fermentation. This unique in-depth knowledge of the precise types, quantities, and ratios of bacterial strains has resulted in an efficient starter culture specifically developed for vegetables. Box of 6 pouches. Each pouch prepares 4.5 lbs of raw vegetables. Ingredients: Sugar (as carrier), active lactic bacteria (Lb.plantarum, Ln. mesenteroides, Pc. acidilactici). UPC code 0622507200013 Free Shipping with UPS Ground to locations in the United States! Additional shipping costs will apply to international locations. Questions? Give me a call at 503-771-3904 or email mike (at) therawdiet.com , office hours are between 9am and 9pm Pacific, seven days a week. Best Regards, Mike Snyder, store owner