Description:
Miracle Harsch Fermenting Crock Pot from Miracle Exclusives
Fermenting Crock Pots sold by each size separately and are available in; 5 liter, 7.5 liter, 10 liter, 15 liter, 20 liter, 25 liter, 30 liter, 40 liter and 50 liter.
Ultimate Nourishment's Inside Scoop:
Fermented foods are a fabulous way to improve one's digestive health. Fermented foods bring the beneficial flora to our intestines to keep our digestive system regular and healthy. By having a healthy gastrointestinal tract, it improves our immune system, allows for better absorption of vitamins and minerals and regulates the level of acidity in the digestive track. Fermented foods, as long as they are "traditionally lacto-fermented", which the stone crock pot being one of the ways to traditionally lacto-ferment increase one's overall nutrition, promotes friendly intestinal bacteria, aids digestion and supports immune function. Because consuming fermented foods aids digestion, it actually helps the body to assimilate B vitamins (even Vitamin B12), omega-3 fatty acids, lactase and lactic acid, and increases other immune chemicals that fights off harmful bacteria. The Fermentation process breaks down the vegetables being fermented, which creates "Probiotics", the friendly bacteria that are essential to a healthy digestion. Fermented foods also contain "isothiocyanates", the same phytochemical found in broccoli, cauliflower, kale, turnips, and collards that fight and prevent cancer. Diets rich in fermented foods, in addition to fruits and vegetables, are vital for a strong healthy body.
The reason why fermenting vegetables in a stone crock fermenting pot vs. purchasing processed fermented vegetables (such as pickles and sauerkraut in the supermarket), which have been fermented in salt and vinegar and then pasteurized, is that the pasteurization halts the fermentation and enzymatic processes and is void of what makes traditionally lacto-fermented foods a probiotic.
Miracle Harsch Fermenting Crock Pot
Make natural nutrition-packed sauerkraut and pickled vegetables with this stoneware crock pot from Germany! Through the years, sauerkraut has been recognized as one of the healthiest foods, and was even used on sailing ships to protect sailors from scurvy.
Recently in the news, sauerkraut and pickled vegetables fermented the natural way with lactic acid fermentation are being credited with correcting bodily imbalances of intestinal flora, leading to problems including acid reflux for which doctors often prescribe harsh antibiotics.
Natural lactic acid fermentation is one of the oldest and healthiest means of food preservation. It allows natural, beneficial bacteria to perform a fermentation process in which vegetables develop a pleasantly sour taste and remain rich in vitamins and minerals. Lactic acid fermentation is the only method of preservation that retains all the natural plant ingredients while improving the quality, taste and aroma.
These beautifully crafted stoneware crock pots from Germany produce 7 quarts of pickled vegetables very simply. Their use of ceramic weight stones eliminates mold while their clever water sealing system allows fermentation gasses to escape without allowing air to enter the crock-pot. Simple instructions for use and recipes are included.
Many people have dubbed the Harsch Fermenting Crock Pot as "Cabbage Crocks" because these crocks make fermenting cabbage for sauerkraut effortless and delicious.
5 liters = 1.3 gallons
7.5 liters = 2 gallons
10 liters = 2.6 gallons
15 liters = 4 gallons
Correct Handling of the Crockpots
The first rule is cleanliness. This does not only apply to the vegetable but also pot and lid. This is where the remarkable traits of the stoneware pay off. It can be cleaned easily and without much trouble. It only needs to be wiped, scrubbed or rinsed off and then left to dry. Since stoneware absorbs virtually no water, the formation of mold, that is common at the surface of other materials , is eliminated. Mold formation affects taste, ingredients and preservation of the fermented vegetable.
The cover stones are replacing the previous board with cloth to weigh down the fermenting vegetable. They’re made from stoneware and come as two pieces for easier handling and better contact with the fermenting vegetable’s juice. They also provide the necessary pressure on the vegetable for fermentation. The stones should be covered by one to two inches of vegetable’s juice. When there+s too little juice, add cool boiled salt water (15 g [.5 oz.] salt in 1 liter [1 qt.] water). A normal crockpot requires that one cover the vegetable with a clean, washed cloth. This is not necessary with this crockpot. Here it is sufficient to put large cabbage-, grape- or horseradish leaves under the stones.
Monitor the evaporation of water in the water groove. Close the pot with the lid. Pour water (normal tap water) into the water groove. This assures that the pot is sealed airtight, an important requirement for the pot to ferment properly. Fermentation occurs in several stages. Depending on the kind of vegetable, it takes 4 to 6 weeks. Especially in the early stages, it is extremely important that no air contacts the vegetable. The lid should therefore be opened no earlier than 2 to 3 weeks into the fermentation.
During fermentation and storage of the fermented vegetable the water groove needs to be filled with water. This prevents the following:
- air coming in contact with the vegetable
- yeast forming which makes the vegetable slimy
- the upper portion of the vegetable turning bad
- dust or vermin entering
- stones or cloth turning smeary
Specifications:
- 5 Ltr Capacity:
- Can ferment up to 5 liters of vegetables or 1.3 gallons at a time
- Diameter: 9.5 Inches
- Height: 11.8 Inches
- Weight: 22 Pounds
- 7.5 Ltr Capacity:
- Can ferment up to 7.5 liters of vegetables or 2 gallons at a time
- Diameter: 9.5 Inches
- Height: 12.5 Inches
- Weight: 25 Pounds
- 10 Ltr Capacity:
- Can ferment up to 10 liters of vegetables or 2.6 gallons at a time
- Diameter: 9.5" Inches
- Height: 16.5 Inches
- Weight: 28.65 Pounds
- 20 Ltr Capacity:
- Can ferment up to 20 liters of vegetables or 5.2 gallons at a time
- Diameter: 12" Inches
- Height: 21 Inches
- Weight: 45 Pounds
- 25 Ltr Capacity:
- Can ferment up to 25 liters of vegetables or 6.5 gallons at a time
- Diameter: 12" Inches
- Height: 24 Inches
- Weight: 51 Pounds
Composition: Ceramic Clay fired at 1200 degrees Celsius with a lead free glaze
Country of Manufacture: Made in Germany
