How to make
with video
Beet Kvass
Beet Kvass is a fermented beverage packed with nutrients. It is well known as a digestive aid as it promotes regularity, eases the stomach and fights bloating and gas! It is also known to cleanse the liver and fight kidney stones. Beet Kvass is a lacto-fermented beverage containing Lactobacillus bacteria, a probiotic that supports healthy gut flora.
How to Make Beet Kvass
Recipe
Ingredients
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2 large or 3 medium organic beets
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1/4 cup whey or starter liquid*
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1 Tbsp. Himalayan Salt
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Filtered Water
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2 quart jars or a 1/2 gallon jar
*packaged starter culture that can be purchases at health food store, brine from fermented vegetables such as sauerkraut juice, water kefir, or a high quality probiotic supplement
--- In the video I use brine from fermented carrots---
---If not using a culture starter add 1/2 Tbsp. of salt and allow the Kvass to ferment longer
Process
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Wash beets to remove dirt, cut off tops and bottoms. Peel beet if not organic. Leave skin if beet is organic
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Chop beets into 1-2 in. cubes and place in jar(s)
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Add salt and culture starter (if using)
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Fill jar with filtered water covering the beets completely. Leave about 1 inch at the top
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Secure the lid and place on counter out of direct sunlight for 3-5 days (with culture) 7-10 days (without)
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Place in refrigerator and drink as you'd like. I recommend 4oz am & 4oz pm
Health
Benefits
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Loaded with nutrients
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Rich source of Probiotics
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Cleanses the liver
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Improves absorption of other nutrients
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Fights free radicals and inflammation
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Curbs sugar cravings