Fermenting pickles - sun or shade?
I am fermenting pickles in a glass jar, using a brine of 1 TBS salt to a glass of water and a bit vinegar. Should I place the jar in a sunny location or in the shade?
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In general, cooler temps mean slower fermentation, and, in my opinion, better flavor. I would go for a cool, dark place. Beyond that you'll want to make sure that you have the correct percentage of salt to pickle...3.5% by weight at least. Too low a concentration, and bad bacteria will survive. There are lots of internet resources, but Sandor Katz is the expert This is his site.
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Should pickles be kept in sunlight?
Direct sunlight or adequate ambient light provides the warmth required for the bacteria to go about the business of fermentation. It takes anywhere between 15 days to a month for this process. Certain precautions need to be taken for a pickle to mature and stay fresh for several years.What is the Favourable temperature for pickle fermentation?
The optimum temperature for pickle fermentation is around 21\xb0C.Why did my fermented pickles turn to mush?
Too cold and fermentation doesn't happen, too warm and it will take too quickly and your pickles will over ferment. This can cause mushiness and hollowing of the pickles. So sit safe at a general room temperature and you should will be on your way to crunching on your soon to be favourite pickles!Where is the proper place to store fully fermented pickles?
Fully fermented pickles may be stored for about 4 to 6 months in the refrigerator. Canning fully fermented pickles is the optimal way to store them. To can them, pour the brine into a pan, heat slowly to a boil, and simmer 5 minutes. Filter brine through paper coffee filters to reduce cloudiness, if desired.Fermenting Pickles! || Canning Pickles for Long Term Storage || Preserving Cucumbers
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