Honey-fermented garlic left open overnight
I am a five days or so into the process of honey-fermenting a batch of garlic. Took the can out to let it burp last night but then left it open on the kitchen counter and only realised in the morning. Do I have to throw it all away now? Particularly concerned about botulism...
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As far as I can tell, with lots of googling, recipes for honey-fermented garlic have the process happening at room temperature, with fermentation occurring for up to a month. I have found some questions on the internet about safety, though this seems to be a fairly common ferment. The process of fermentation itself creates an inhospitable environment for the growth of botulism, because of the formation of alcohol and acidity. Ideally, you are looking for a pH below 4.6. The best way to determine the safety of your ferment would be to measure the pH.
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Does fermented honey garlic spoil?
Hooray! The honey garlic will ferment for about a month, but you can eat it at any time during the process. The flavor will continue to develop over time, the garlic will mellow, and the honey will become much runnier.Does fermented garlic honey need to be refrigerated?
Store the jar of fermented garlic and honey in a cool dark location away from direct sunshine \u2013 like a kitchen cupboard or pantry. As long as you store the honey with an airtight lid and don't allow any moisture to enter the jar, then the garlic honey can last for years!Can you get botulism from honey fermented garlic?
*Fermented honey garlic can be ready in a month, but is best left for longer as it improves with age. If you are concerned about botulism, which is a very rare occurrence in a honey ferment, test with a pH strip or monitor.How long does fermented garlic honey last?
The honey will start to foam and become runnier as it begins to ferment and infuse with the rich flavors of garlic. Fermented garlic honey will take about a month before it is ready to eat and can be left up to twelve months in a cool, dark cupboard.How to Make HONEY Fermented GARLIC - Immune Boosting #honeyfermentedgarlic #honey #garlic #ferment
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