{"id":9221,"date":"2012-04-19T01:31:13","date_gmt":"2012-04-19T08:31:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/?p=9221"},"modified":"2020-10-19T12:40:16","modified_gmt":"2020-10-19T19:40:16","slug":"beet-kvass-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/beet-kvass-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Beet Kvass"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you're at the farmer's market and come across an abundance of fresh beets, make this beet kvass recipe. You only need a handful of ingredients and a little effort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within a few days, you'll have a deeply nourishing tonic. The earthy, lightly sour, and faintly sweet flavor is an acquired taste. But you'll find yourself craving it before long.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What is beet kvass?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beet kvass is a fermented drink<\/a> with roots in Eastern Europe. Its flavor tastes similar to beet juice - earthy, sour, and slightly salty. As beet kvass ferments, the beets release their pigments which gives the kvass a vibrant pink-red color. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why this recipe works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beet kvass is easy to make<\/strong>, and you only need a few ingredients. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It's also affordable<\/strong> since beets tend to be a thrifty purchase at the supermarket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beet kvass is a powerhouse of antioxidants<\/strong> combined with beneficial bacteria and wild yeast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can easily adjust the flavor<\/strong>, adding ginger, dill, or other herbs and spices to make something uniquely your own<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Key Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beets<\/strong> are central to this recipe. You can use any kind of beet you like, including red, golden, or candy-striped Chioggia beets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salt<\/strong> gives the kvass a little flavor. For the best flavor, look for minimally processed and additive-free salt such as sea salt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starter culture<\/strong> is traditionally used to make bread kvass<\/a>, of which beet kvass is a variation. While it's an optional ingredient, it can speed up fermentation and make a reliable brew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Filtered water<\/strong> is optimal for fermentation since it will not contain chlorine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herbs and spices<\/strong> can add interest and flavor to your beet kvass. Ginger, garlic, dill, black pepper, turmeric, and allspice are all popular additions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brewing Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beet kvass is simple to make at home. And you only need a few ingredients: beets, salt, and water. Using a starter culture<\/a> can be helpful, too, and results in greater palatability and faster fermentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you make this recipe, there are a few things you want to keep in mind.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n