How to Make Fermented Carrot Sticks - Update

Start with fresh carrots and cut them into sticks.

In a clean jar, place 3 bay leaves at the bottom.

Add the carrot sticks to the jar, packing them tightly.

Dissolve 2 tablespoons of coarse ground sea salt in water to create a brine.

Pour the brine over the carrot sticks until they are fully submerged.

Seal the jar with a lid, ensuring it is not too tight to allow gas to escape during fermentation.

Let the jar sit at room temperature for a few days to ferment.

After a few days, taste the carrots to check for crispness and flavor.

If desired, refrigerate the fermented carrots to enhance their crunchiness.

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