How To Make Fermented Salsa Verde

I appreciate your shares! xox

Gut healthy Fermented Salsa Verde is a quick and easy recipe made with fresh tomatillos, garlic, onion, seasonings, cilantro, and a kick of jalapenos.

WHAT IS FERMENTED SALSA?

Fermented salsa is simply tomatillos, cilantro, garlic, onions, jalapenos, and seasoning that’s been left at room temperature to allow the good bacteria to populate the salsa. Fermented salsa is made fresh then allowed to culture for several days in a closed container on the kitchen counter. This process imparts a uniquely complex flavor with acidic undertones. Fermentation helps preserve the food and makes it more nutrient-dense.

IS FERMENTED SALSA OK TO EAT?

Fermented salsa is not only safe to eat; it is better for you than salsa in the refrigerator section of your local grocery. These salsas lack the healthy probiotic, gut-loving goodness of the fermented salsa.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HOMEMADE FERMENTED SALSA?

The probiotics that are created through fermentation are very beneficial to our overall health according to HealthLine

• Improves Digestive Health
• Makes Food Easier to Digest
• Boosts Your Immune System
• Makes Food Easier to Digest
• Might Help With Weightloss

WHAT CAUSES SALSA TO FERMENT?

The fermentation process happens where good bacteria are developing and growing. Yeast and bacteria are metabolizing the carbohydrates in the vegetables’ acid.

WHY DOES MY SALSA TASTE LIKE BEER?

 Most likely, your vegetables had a good amount of yeast on them, and yeast in the air was also activating the bacteria to metabolize. If you like a less beer tasting ferment, then be sure and use the fermenting smart lids I suggest.

IS BUBBLE SALSA BAD?

After your salsa has set for 24 hours or so, you will likely notice that small bubbles are beginning to form. This is the normal part of the fermentation process where the good bacteria are developing and growing. Yeast and bacteria are metabolizing the carbohydrates in the vegetables’ acid.

HOW TO MAKE FERMENTED SALSA VERDE

INGREDIENTS

• tomatillos 
• jalapenos 
• garlic 
•  cilantro 
• coriander ground
•  lime juice
•  salt
•  onion 

SAFETY TIPS FOR MAKING FERMENTED SALSA

• I like using a good quality fermentation lid with my canning jars like these Smart Lids.

Airlock Fermentation Lids – with Date Tracker + Vacuum Pump

• Look for the bubbles. Tiny bubbles should appear at the surface of your salsa while it ferments. It’s a good sign that the beneficial bacteria are doing their job.
• Look for color changes. As the salsa ferments, it will become more acidic, and this may cause it to change color from vivid green to a dull green.
• Don’t skimp on the salt. Adding salt to the salsa helps keep mold and other microbes that can cause spoilage at away, allowing beneficial bacteria to grow.

TIPS FOR MAKING DIFFERENT FLAVORS

To change up th flavor try the following substitutions

• green tomatoes for tomatillos
• red tomatoes for tomatillos
• sweet onion vs a purple onion

HOW TO MAKE SPICY OR LESS SPICY

Try changing up the variety of peppers you use. You can give your salsa, no heat, a little or a lot!

HOW TO STORE FERMENTED SALSA VERDE

Storing salsa after it has fermented in the refrigerator significantly slow down the rate of fermentation. That’s why fermented foods can be stored for up to three months, or longer, without losing their quality and good taste.

I use a glass canning jar with a plastic lid. I love using these lids to store all kinds of food in my pantry and refrigerator using canning jars

Wide Mouth Plastic Mason Jar Lids 

WAYS TO SERVE FERMENTED SALSA

• Classic chips and salsa is my favorite way to eat this salsa
• Serve over Vegan Tacos
• Topping for Cuban Quinoa Bowl
• Make nachos, top with Vegan Nacho Cheese and fermented salsa

FAVORITE FERMENTING COOKBOOKS

Fermented foods like salsa, sauerkraut, kimchi, and drinks are a great source of probiotics. Try some of these cookbooks for more recipes to get your fermentation on.

Fermented Vegetables: Creative Recipes for Fermenting 64 Vegetables & Herbs in Krauts, Kimchis, Brined Pickles, Chutneys, Relishes & Pastes

Mastering Fermentation: Recipes for Making and Cooking with Fermented Foods

MORE SALSA RECIPES

• Spicy Pico de Gallo
• Authentic Mexican Restaurant Style Salsa
• Canned Green Tomato Salsa
• Green Tomato Salsa Verde

I appreciate your shares! xox