Ferment! Fermentation for Beginners by Rachel Mulligan (Hardcover)
 
If you've seen us out and about at markets and events you'll have noticed we sell this beginners guide to making your own ferments at home, written by Aberdeenshire author Rachel Mulligan. We're passionate about passing on the bug for fermenting and this book (along with the 'how to' videos and blogs on our website!) is a great way to get started. 
 
10% of the sale of this book is donated to the incredible charity CFINE.
 
Here's a bit about the book...
 
What's the first thing that comes to mind at the mention of cultured foods? Perhaps you've noticed the growing interest in fermented foods and their many potential health benefits? Maybe you've already had a go, but would like to improve your knowledge and expand your range.
 
Ferment! is a beginner's guide to help you get started. This book will help you learn the basics of fermentation as well as improve your understanding of the numerous health benefits that this ancient method of preserving food can bring when enjoyed as part of your daily diet.
 
This book contains many tried-and-tested recipes for fermenting fruits, vegetables, grains and dairy. It also contains troubleshooting guides to help work out what went wrong on the occasions where things went awry, because it happens to the most experienced of us!
 
Example recipes you'll find inside include...
 
Garlic in honey
 
Napa cabbage kimchi
 
Sourdough starter
 
Ginger bug
 
Rejuvelac
 
Water kefir
 
Creme fraiche
 
Apple cider vinegar
 
As well as delicious recipes for using your favourite ferments, including: Kimchi-jigae, Lentil soup, Gazpacho, Pork belly with kimchi, Tepache colada and Christmas daquiri!
 
You'll be sure to find inspiration, tips and tricks to support your fermentation journey for a long while to come.