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| Two weeks ago I set up a crock of cukes to ferment according to the NCHFP recipe. I had a few bubbles, but nothing much, only skimmed the crock once and there wasn't much. Tomorrow is two weeks and I'm not seeing a lot of action inside the crock. I have read on other threads that the NCHFP method starts out slow, but I figured it would have kicked in by now. Room temp where they are is consistently mid 70's. I have not pulled the plate and weights out to see how they look, because I didn't want to screw it up. They don't smell bad, I get a little dill a little garlic scent, but nothing that smells spoiled. Do I need to just be patient? Any advice greatly appreciated. Steve |
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| You still have at least a week to go or possibly 2 with that recipe (it says 3-4 weeks at 70-75). But just because you can see any activity doesn't mean it isn't happening. I use a big dark brown Harsch-like crock so couldn't ever see any activity anyway. But it always works. :) But you can pull the plate and weights to check them if you wish. Any time after 7 days you can take one out and taste it even. Then give it another week. Dave |
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- Posted by readinglady z8 OR (My Page) on Wed, Aug 28, 13 at 15:11
| Fermentation doesn't operate on any sort of specific timetable. While temperature is a significant factor, local conditions can also affect the pace. As long as the cucumbers smell and taste good, they're on the right track. Carol |
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| Thanks Dave and Carol. That's kind of what I thought but it's nice to hear it from the two of you. This is the first time I've tried it and I'm excited to see how they turn out. I'd really hate to have to dump 2 gallons of bad cukes! Steve |
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