Russian beet kvass recipe for one gallon

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This one-gallon Russian-style beet kvass is a traditional fermented drink base with an earthy, salty flavor. Use clean equipment and refrigerate it as soon as it develops mild tang.

Ingredients

  • Red beets

    3 pounds

  • Filtered water

    12 cups

  • Non-iodized salt

    2 tablespoons

  • Garlic cloves

    4

  • Fresh dill stems

    4

  • Black peppercorns

    1 teaspoon

How to make it

  1. Scrub beets well and cut them into 1-inch cubes. 2. Place beets, garlic, dill stems, and peppercorns in a clean gallon jar. 3. Dissolve salt in filtered water and pour it over the beets. 4. Keep beet pieces submerged under the brine and cover loosely. 5. Ferment at room temperature for 3 to 5 days, skimming any surface foam. 6. Strain, refrigerate, and drink within 1 week.

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This one-gallon Russian-style beet kvass is a traditional fermented drink base with an earthy, salty flavor. Use clean equipment and refrigerate it as soon as it develops mild tang.

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