Ginger turmeric fermented paste
My magical ingredients.
Today I am sharing one of my secrets to cooking delicious stews and soups, my fermented garlic-onion-ginger-turmeric paste. This paste transforms the taste while adding probiotics, fiber, nutrients, and diversity. A must-have staple in any kitchen!
As with many other fermented foods shared on my blog, making this paste is super easy, weigh the veggies and the salt, mix everything and let it ferment for 2-4 weeks. And voilà, the paste that will change your life and cooking was born.
RECIPE
Ingredients
200g ginger, peeled. If it is young organic ginger, keep the peel on
200g turmeric, peeled. If it is young organic turmeric, keep the peel on
300g onions, white or yellow, your choice
100g garlic, peeled
20g salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
add a splash of water to help form a creamy paste
Instructions
To a high-speed blender, add all the ingredients and blend until smooth;
Be careful as turmeric will stain your blender and your hands, so you might want to use an older blender and gloves;
Pour the mixture into a glass jar, cover with a cheesecloth and rubber band, and let it sit at room temperature for at least two weeks to ferment;
Keep checking on it and mixing it so it won't grow mold on the surface;
The paste will change color as it ferments, so do not worry, this is normal;
Transfer the jar to the fridge, and use it as needed for cooking.
How to use this paste in cooking? When cooking stews or soups, start by adding 1-2 tablespoons of this paste to your heated oil, let it cook for 20 seconds, and add your onions and the other veggies. When cooking Indian foods, add this paste at the start of the dish when you roast your spices. You can use this paste for sautéing veggies, marinating fish, or making salad dressings.
As usual, these are my thoughts and ideas, not medical advice. You are encouraged to create your own recipes or search for some suited to your needs. I am just sharing my recipes, hoping that I can inspire some of you to make healthier food choices.
Please remember that we all have different nutritional needs and that food affects us differently. If you are not sure which foods are best for you, reach out for a free phone consultation.
In good health,
Ioana