Cherries are in season, and this is a fabulous way to preserve them and to use both the fermented ingredients and the brine in unique ways!

Precise measurements not given in the ingredient list below, because it depends on what size jar you'll be using. The jar used in the photo to the left is 500ml.

You should have about 70% cherries, and 30% onions. You may or may not need more brine, depending on what size jar you’re using. Don't worry too much about getting an exact ratio, just have fun and experiment!

Karen Wang Diggs, Chief Fermentation Officer

Fermented Cherries with Cacao Nibs

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Prep Time

15 minutes

Fermenting Time

8-10 days

Cherries are in season, and this is a fabulous way to preserve them and to use both the fermented ingredients and the brine in unique ways!

Precise measurements not given in the ingredient list below, because it depends on what size jar you'll be using. You should have about 70% cherries, and 30% onions. You may or may not need more brine, depending on what size jar you’re using. Don't worry too much about getting an exact ratio, just have fun and experiment!

Author:

Karen Wang Diggs, Chief Fermentation Officer

Ingredients

2 teaspoons (10 ml) Celtic Sea Salt
1 cup (237 ml) filtered water
Cherries, cut in half and pitted*
Pearl onions, peeled**
Cacao nibs, about 1 Tablespoon (15 ml)
½ vanilla bean
1 small cinnamon stick

Equipment

Le Parfait Familia Wiss Terrine or Screw Top glass jar
ChouAmi device

Directions

Dissolve the sea salt in water.
Add all remaining ingredients into the jar.
Pour the salt brine into the jar. Make sure there is at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the top of the mixture.
Assemble ChouAmi onto the jar according to directions. Allow to ferment at room temperature for 8 - 10 days, away from direct sunlight. Check every few days that there is water in the moat, and top off as needed.
When ready, remove ChouAmi and wipe the rim of the jar with a clean cloth. Make sure the Le Parfait sealing cap and screw lid are both clean with no brine, salt, or acid, and place on the jar. Store in the refrigerator.

Recipe Note

*Any variety of cherries can be used, as long as they’re firm and fresh.

**If you cannot find pearl onions, regular is fine by chopping it into small chunks about the same size as the cherries.

Serving tip: this ferment goes really well with grilled meats, or added to an arugula salad. The brine can also be used to make a lovely cocktail.

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Fermented Cherries with Cacao Nibs

Fermented Cherries with Cacao Nibs

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