Notes on fermentation and pickling from a home kitchen.
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The fermented cucumber guide I wish I had
Everything I've learned about making crisp, sour fermented cucumbers.
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Why your pickles went soft, and how to fix it
The most common reasons fermented cucumbers turn soft, and what to change next time.
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Salt brine ratios, explained
How to calculate salt for fermentation brine, why 3.5% works, and when to go higher.