Tepache: Homemade Probiotic Pineapple Brew

Tepache: Homemade Probiotic Pineapple Brew

Tepache is a yummy, lightly sweet, and refreshing drink prepared using only three ingredients: pineapple peels, sugar, and water. 

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Curtido - Probiotic, Spicy, and Easy!

Curtido is a Salvadoran fermented cabbage slaw, like sauerkraut, and with some kick. It is a tasty and healthy accompaniment to anything you might put cabbage on like tacos, enchiladas, pupusas, soups, brats, sandwiches, rice bowls, stir-fry dishes, and more. It's tangy and crunchy, and you can make it as spicy (or mild) as you like.  It’s quick and easy to prepare and keeps for months in the refrigerator, retaining its crunch and health benefits.  

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Spicy Ginger Sauerkraut

Spicy Ginger Sauerkraut

Fermenting foods is easy, fun, and affordable. The options are endless. Full disclosure: I am definitely not an expert; I am more of a fermentation beginner. This recipe is the first one I tried and should give you an idea of what is involved, how easy the process is, and if you might be interested…

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