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We all know sauerkraut, but have you met its colorful, flavor-packed cousin – beet kraut? Beet kraut is like the saucy, adventurous sibling that adds color, flavor, and nutrition to your meals. In this guest post, we're diving into the world of beet kraut, unraveling its many roles in your everyday eats and why it deserves a spot in your kitchen. The Beet Kraut Basics Before we jump into its various uses, let's start with Beet Kraut 101. It's a fermented concoction made from beets and cabbage, much like your grandma's best sauerkraut . But here's the twist - beets aren't just there for show; they bring an earthy sweetness to the party. Fermentation jazzes up the flavor and transforms it into a probiotic powerhouse that's kind to your belly. The Sidekick That Steals the Show Let's start simple – beet kraut as a side dish. Its vibrant red and purple hues make your meal look like a work of art. The tangy-sweet vibe of beet kraut is the perfect partner for ...

When storing food, its quality and how you store it makes all the difference. Recently, on the internet, one topic is diving and how you store it: Through fermentation or just putting regular beets in a freezer. Well, we found this topic interesting and did our research, and here is what we found not only from the internet but from the farmers of Arizona.  Fermented Beets Vs. Regular Beets: Let's get one thing straight. Fermented and regular beets can have distinct characteristics.   Fermented Beets  All the difference that makes is the fermentation process. So, let's check some of the characteristics of a fermented beet options and how they can help you:- Extended Shelf Life:  The first thing we like about fermentation is that it increases the shelf life of regular foods. In fact, it is why it was invented in the first place. Compared to regular beets, fermented beets can last for several months and years if stored correctly. On top of it, preserve regular foods fr...