What kind of cucumbers should I use for this recipe?

The recipe specifies large yellow Indian cucumbers, but suggests other vegetables like carrots, cauliflower, or zucchini can also be used if preferred.

How long does this Ayurvedic sauerkraut need to ferment?

It ferments on your kitchen countertop for a total of 36-60 hours: 12 hours initially, then another 24-48 hours after stirring the mixture.

Can I adjust the spice level in this sauerkraut?

Yes, the recipe provides ranges for mustard powder (4-6 tsp) and red chili powder (2-3 tsp), allowing you to adjust the heat and pungency to your personal taste.

What is the purpose of asafoetida in this particular recipe?

Asafoetida, along with fenugreek and mustard, contributes to the distinctive Ayurvedic spice blend that infuses the cucumbers with their unique flavor profile.

How should I store the finished Ayurvedic cucumber pickle?

After the fermentation period on the countertop, transfer the pickle into the refrigerator. The flavors will continue to get deeper and more enhanced as the days go by.

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Ayurvedic Sauerkraut
[Raw,Vegan]

AS By: Akshata Sheelvant

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Ingredients You Need for Ayurvedic Sauerkraut [Raw,Vegan]

4 large yellow Indian cucumbers (You could use any veggies you like – carrots, cauliflower, zucchini all go well with this recipe.)
4-6 tsp freshly ground mustard powder (you can roast mustard seeds for extra flavor)
1-2 tsp fenugreek and asafoetida powder
2-3 tsp red chili powder
2-3 tsp unrefined sesame oil
salt to taste

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How to Prepare Ayurvedic Sauerkraut [Raw,Vegan]

Wash the cucumbers in water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Cut the cucumbers in bite size pieces after removing all the seeds.
In a bowl mix all the spices together.
In an airtight glass container, incorporate this mixture well into the bite sized cucumbers. Make sure all the slices are coated evenly with this spice mixture. Let it sit on your kitchen counter top for 12 hours.
After 12 hours, stir this with a clean, dry spoon. Keep it on the counter top for another 24 – 48 hours. Later transfer this pickle into the refrigerator. The flavors get deeper and more enhanced as the days go by…YUM!!