Mindful Fermentation: Sauerkraut Class

Chef Melissa shares one of her favorite DIY passions - fermentation! Fermentation can sound intimidating but it’s actually incredibly simple and easy. During this class we learn to transform a simple cabbage into a flavorful, health supportive and long lasting kraut using the power of salt, time, and mindful intention!

Please enjoy this free on-demand class as Chef Melissa’s gift to you to help kickstart your fermentation and wellness journey! She’d love to hear how it goes via email or by tagging her on Instagram.

VIRTUAL ZOOM CLASS INCLUDES:

• A mindful meditation for grounding and connection

• An introduction to the science, history and health benefits of fermentation

• Interactive sauerkraut making with knife skills demonstration

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Large Glass Jar with lid (ideally a wide mouth quart)

• 1 head of Cabbage (organic if possible ~1.5lbs)

• Sea Salt (or other non iodized salt)

• Weight (ex: ceramic fermentation weight or small 1/2 pint or jam jar - note: a chunk of vegetable can also be used in a pinch)

• Sharp Knife and Cutting Board

• Extra Large Bowl

• Optional: 

  • Other vegetables (e.g. carrot, green onion, radish)

  • Flavor add-ins (e.g. garlic, ginger, herbs, spices)

  • Kitchen scale

  • Fermentation lid 

Note: The sauerkraut will be ready to eat after 1-3 weeks & will require daily monitoring for the first week.

Enjoy the class? Here are some ways to show your gratitude:

• Join Chef Melissa’s mailing list below to learn about upcoming classes.

• Follow @mysingingvegetables on Instagram

• Make a small contribution to support Chef Melissa’s public donation-based classes (venmo @Mel-Shaffer)