Fermentation

Record the rate of fermentation with a bubble counter. http://www.ncbe.reading.ac.uk/ncbe/materials/microbiology/bubblecounter.html https://www.sparkfun.com/tutorials/131 http://www.ncbe.reading.ac.uk/ncbe/protocols/PDF/Ferment.pdf

Ferment Food in the Classroom [|Ginger Carrots]

Try making your own **fermented ketchup**. They’ll get the side benefit of extra probiotics and they won’t even know they’re eating something healthier. []
 * Ketchup**

In many homes, salsa is another staple. It’s super easy to make salsa, and it only takes a little bit of extra time to turn it into a probiotic dip. You can make **red salsa** or **green salsa** by simply adding a veggie starter culture to your favorite raw salsa recipe and allowing it to sit on the counter for a few days. The lacto fermentation process enhances the flavors of the fresh ingredients too!
 * Salsa**

Carrots are a great introduction to cultured veggies because they’re naturally sweet. By adding ginger, it gives it a nice twist on the flavor too. If you’re looking for an activity to do with your kids in the kitchen, try **fermenting carrots with ginger**. They’ll be more willing to try it if they helped to prepare it.
 * Ginger Carrots**

(My son’s favorite relish is beetroot and apple , but many children like a classic dill pickle relish like this one. )

Fermented Dips

Nuts and Bolts Mason jar with a layer of olive oil across the top of the ferment Fermenting weights B01G2IPMMO [|Mistakes] [|Fermenting Jar DIY] B00SZDMWG4

[|DIY Airlock1] B00JKUHBUS B007DQGKC6

Fermenting Bacteria? B0082DDQH6 Clostridium butyricum