Beet Kvass | Thick and full of flavor fermented beet elixir!

beets

🥗Healthier: carrots

💰Cheaper: red cabbage

Carrots provide a similar sweetness and color, while red cabbage is often more affordable.

salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt offers a more natural flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds depth and is often more accessible.

rye bread

🥗Healthier: gluten-free bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Gluten-free bread allows for dietary restrictions, while white bread is often less expensive.

Grate the beet using a julienne grater.

Put all ingredients in a 1-quart jar.

Fill the jar with cold drinking water almost to the top.

Close the jar with fermenting lids.

Allow the fermentation process to begin for 2-3 days, stirring and submerging the beets as needed.

After 4 days, check the kvass for acidity and adjust as desired.

Once the desired acidity is reached, change the fermenting lid to a regular one and refrigerate.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary