Fermented Garlic Scape Pickles

Directions

1. 1

   Cut grassy tips off of each garlic scape

2. 2

   Combine 1 litre of cold water with 35g salt and stir to dissolve

3. 3

   Prepare clean jars and fill with garlic scapes and a pinch of cayenne or chili flake

4. 4

   Top with brine and cover, ensuring scapes are fully submerged

5. 5

   If jar is not packed tight, use a fermenting weight to keep them down

6. 6

   Using a fermenting lid will help release gas evenly resulting in a better and more consistent ferment with less effort

7. 7

   If you use a standard lid, you will need to crack the lid to “burp” it occasionally