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Water Kefir (Basics)

Name: Water Kefir (Basics)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Hydration
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Water kefir grains; 1 L Filtered water; ¼ cup Cane sugar; 2 figs or raisins Dried fruit

Milder, dairy-free, and fizzy. A gateway to home fermentation.

15 minMedium💧 Forgetful Hydrator

Ingredients

Water kefir grains3 tbsp
Filtered water1 L
Cane sugar¼ cup
Dried fruit2 figs or raisins

How to sip

Dissolve sugar in a little warm water, then top with cold water.

Add grains and dried fruit. Cover loosely with cloth; rest 24–48 hours on the counter.

Strain; refrigerate. Second-ferment with fruit for fizz.

Why it works

Probiotic
Dairy-free
Fermentation gateway

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