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Why does nobody talk about how you don't need a fancy airlock for a basic kraut crock anymore?
I see so many new people in Portland buying expensive setups for their first ferment, but my grandma just used a clean plate and a rock for 40 years and her sauerkraut was perfect every single time.
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noahchen1mo ago
Yeah, the gear gets overhyped. A clean jar and some cabbage leaves to weigh it down works just fine.
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noahcampbell1mo ago
Exactly! I got so tired of buying special weights and airlock lids. My grandma just used a big rock she washed really good, and her ferments were always perfect. The fancy gear just makes it feel like a hobby for rich people instead of just... keeping food.
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