FERMENT : A Cookbook. Simple ferments and pickles, and how to eat them - Kenji Morimoto

FERMENT : A Cookbook. Simple ferments and pickles, and how to eat them - Kenji Morimoto

Kenji Morimoto

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  • Pages · 272 pages
  • Publication Date · 24/04/2025
  • Genre · Preserving & freezing
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Kenji is a fermenting guru' - Tim Spector
'An open-hearted collection of stories, practical tips and excellent recipes' - Ottolenghi Test KitchenEating fermented foods is great for our health, helping our gut's microbiome to thrive. They are also utterly delicious and a great way to include more vegetables and fruit in your diet and avoid throwing out unused veg in your fridge. Kenji, master fermenter and third-culture cook, shows you how easy and enjoyable it is to make simple pickles, prepare miso from scratch, or discover flavour-packed recipes to cook with shop-bought ferments. Kenji tells you all need to know to start your fermented adventure - including step-by-step images and clear instructions, encouragement and trouble-shooting advice. Whether you wish to pickle yourself or prefer to use your favourite shop-bought ferments, Kenji also shows just how simple it is to include kimchi, sauerkraut, kombucha, miso, super-quick pickles and more into your everyday cooking with delicious, gut-healthy results. Discover flavour-forward recipes that you won't have seen before, including:Fermented Crudit�s and Quick Pickled Red OnionsKimchi Bhajis served with Miso Coriander ChutneyOne Pot Citrus Miso Salmon and Edamame RiceMiso Butter Corn RibsLeftover (Roast) Chicken Miso Noodle SoupKombucha SorbetPickled Fruit Tart with Goat's CheesePickled Rhubarb Pound CakeFERMENT is a stylish and practical cookery book that simplifies an ancient technique. 'This book is fantastic. Super clear explanations and plenty of options for the beginner fermenter' - Customer Review

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