Fermented Cherries with Cacao Nibs

Fermented Cherries with Cacao Nibs

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

Karen Wang Diggs, Chief Fermentation Officer

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

8-10 hours

Cuisine

American

Category

Fruits

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!

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

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Directions

  1. Dissolve the sea salt in water.

  2. Add all remaining ingredients into the jar.

  3. Pour the salt brine into the jar. Make sure there is at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the top of the mixture.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.
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