Recipe: Ramp Kraut

Directions

1. Clean ramps thoroughly and remove any roots (if using bulbs). For ramp sustainability we use mostly leaves (about 80%) with a few bulbs mixed in. The bulbs are super pungent so a few go a long way. This recipe is also great using only ramp leaves.
   

2. Remove and discard any outer damaged or wilted leaves from the cabbage. Reserve one large leaf. Quarter the cabbage and remove the core. Cut remaining cabbage into thin ribbons.
   

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine your shredded cabbage and salt. Massage the salt into your cabbage for 8-10 minutes, cabbage will soften and release liquid.
   



4. Add a 1/3 of your ramps to the bottom of your fermentation jar. Pack the cabbage into your fermentation jar tightly using your hands and pressing down with your fist. Halfway up add another layer of ramps. Add remaining cabbage and then top with a final layer of ramps. Add all liquid released from the cabbage.
   



5. Trim the reserved cabbage leaf into a circle (you can use the base of your jar or the lid as a guide). Place on top of the packed cabbage and then add the fermentation weight. You want the packed cabbage to be completely submerged when weighted (Questions about fermentation weights? Check out our Fermentation Weight Guide). If liquid levels are low you can top with a brine by dissolving 1 teaspoon salt to 1 cup water.
   



6. Top with lid and airlock (Need help? Check out our How to Assemble Airlock Video). Let ferment for 1 week at room temperature out of direct sunlight. Transfer finished kraut to jars and move to the refrigerator. Kraut will keep refrigerated for at least 2 months.