Fermented beans
Description
Perfect for stocking up for winter. I'll go into more detail below. Jars keep for up to a year in a cool place.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
For the brine, bring water to a boil with salt, sugar, bay leaf, and pepper. Simmer until the salt and sugar dissolve. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
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Step 3
Rinse the beans well, trim the ends on both sides. Cut into 2–4 pieces. Peel the garlic cloves.
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Step 4
Parboil the beans in boiling water for 3–5 minutes.
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Step 5
Then immediately plunge into cold water. Then drain in a colander and let the excess water drain off.
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Step 6
Rinse all the herbs and pat dry. Peel the garlic and cut the cloves in half.
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Step 7
Place the beans in a glass bowl or plastic container. Add garlic cloves.
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Step 8
Pour in the brine.
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Step 9
Cover the top with a plate and place some weight on top. Leave for 3–5 days to ferment at room temperature. During this time the beans will change color. Check doneness by taste; how long it takes will depend on how warm your home is. Transfer the finished beans together with the brine into a glass jar or a lidded plastic container (container or bucket). Refrigerate for storage.
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Step 10
Fermented beans are ready — enjoy your meal!