How to Ferment Kohlrabi + YOU WONT BELIEVE WHAT HAPPENED

[@steveegbert7429]

When I raised chickens, I found that clipping one wing instead of both worked better, that way they can't get even lift and will do a stall-spin back to the ground. Of course there will always be the determined ones that will figure out how to flap furiously and climb the fence at the same time. Those are called stewing hens.

[@wildhopehomestead1716]

😂 Survival of the flightless?

[@Rosenliebe]

Here in Germany Kohlrabi is a very common vegetable and we use it in a wide variety of recipes. It’s delicious as cutlet or steak; warm with a creamy sauce; fiilled with ground beef or rice; as soup; in Lasagna; you can turn it into noodles; as curry; and the leafy greens can be turned into a pesto (with sunflower seeds) ... the ideas are endless and of course we like it raw too. Thank you for sharing your fermenting method, Jill ... that’s something that I haven’t tried yet.

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Yum those all sound amazing

[@faithfamilyhomestead]

I'm so sorry Jill, that's horrible but I'm glad you were able to get something out of it

[@tinataylor2698]

We finally made it to Arkansas..we are officially 😆🤪 so tired and still unloading the Penske feels so good to be outa California..🌻💜🌻

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Yay congrats and welcome to AR

[@lisapineywoods]

We love kohlrabi & grow TONS of it! Our faves are as cole slaw, fermented into kraut, pickled with fresh dill (my hubby can't get enough of it this way), and fries! It's such a versitile, underrated veggie & soo easy to grow!

[@rachelgalus]

Last year I received kohlrabi as my free seed from Baker creek. I had never even heard of it, but I grew it and am in love. It is now a permanent part of my garden

[@meredithmontz756]

Oh Jill 😭 I’m so sorry!

[@loriy7532]

A wonderful class on fermenting, for all those who are unsure of the process.... Love to see you guys in the kitchen working it out together... Always lovely to visit..

[@baneverything5580]

Gotta be delicious if chickens love it.

[@Valereaads]

Awe Jill! I could tell you were upset once the video started 🫠 sorry about your kohlrabi!

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Thank you Jill for this demonstration. I was afraid to do this but you convinced me I can do it. 😊 Sorry to hear the chickens raided your garden. Chickens are determined creatures and show no mercy. Clip both wings and if needed string flag banners (like in your glass greenhouse) about a foot above the top of their fence enclosure. The flags make the fence appear higher to the chickens and they think they can't fly over it. Also the string flags are pretty. 👍Take care.

[@lauriesickles5393]

Ya those little varmints used to get in the garden for Jess too. There must be a secret entrance lol. Sorry they ate so much but hey their eggs will be amazing!

[@mattandbarbhartt2860]

Just made this today! Thanks for the content Jill! We ❤️ ya!

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Jealous!! We just ate the last jar a couple weeks ago

[@paulaelves5179]

omggg i can see you are devastated..ive tears for you,,chin up hun life gets easier xxxx

[@countryfun3910]

Thank you for getting me excited for about fermenting! This years garden has been so refreshing and fun with fermented goodies! Going to try zucchini next!

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

We love some fermented foods around here

[@ambergoreham]

We used PVC pipes and chicken wire to add height to our fence. It’s at a 45° angle and only adds about 6 inches over, but about 8 inches towards the chicken yard. Looks a little goofy, but they don’t attempt to jump it anymore.

[@gailrothermund9209]

Thanks for the instructions on kohlrabi! Growing it this year for the first time! Clipping one wing on your chickens works well. 🌱🌱

[@SweetPeaFarmNY]

Love this grabbing that kit thank you for sharing

[@leahness3588]

Sounds like the chickens are hungry and want greens for a treat. A content animals usually doesn't stray or cause problems. That's my experience. Good luck

[@RadiantFarmstead]

I can’t wait to try this!

[@BlackDogDesigns]

Fantastic, I can’t wait to try this with my Kohlrabi! Thanks for sharing.

[@diannemiller4754]

I've never grown kohlrabi. I do ferment dill pickles very good...grandchildren Approved. Cabbage is so much better than store bought saurekrut. I can hardly wait until my garden is producing. Thanks for sharing your recipe.

[@dancnluc1]

I used to clip one of the wings. I just fermented asparagus for the first time.

[@ptreadway39]

I have that easy fermenter kit and I love it. I also use it for my pickles. ❤️❤️

[@gardingyrl3501]

Growing kohlrabi for the first time this year in a hoop house SE Michigan zone 6, I'll have to try this

[@reneedoucette784]

Can you do a video when you ferment your carrots so I can see how its done with the bucket please

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

I sure will

[@edithcameron7445]

Yes please! I tried some with cucs over the weekend but not sure I did it right

[@lynhodge8685]

Oh no.. im so sorry...

[@KathyW5]

I've always love my kohlrabi raw and sliced, sometimes, chopped in a salad. Yes, with a dip and especially hummus. Thanks for this new way for me.

[@jenniferbrooks-rieck8797]

yes raw.

[@stephaniehanuman-dale6279]

Those boujee chickens have good taste 🤣

[@dianepettis8438]

Thank you so much for this! Some day will you show the buckets you use for larger batches.?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

We plan to do a video showing the larger buckets when we harvest carrots

[@maryloubartoli9190]

might have to put in another pen and put a cover over it..like wire or something....even with wings clipped they can jump on i 6ft.high fence.....been there..done that......so now they are in an enclosed area with a wire top....good luck....

[@stephanier1336]

Oh Jill I know exactly how you feel! I have such a hard time with my chickens coming in my garden too!! I have cried too! They have eaten my tomatoes hollowed out like that! I have wanted to break a few necks myself!!!

[@michelleslifeonrepeat]

my fermented first attempt came out awesome. It is now my new favorite vegetable. I can eat the whole jar!!! Thanks

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Great! We love all the ferments

[@bowmac54]

I really enjoyed this one, enough so I ordered the fermentation kit to try. Thank you!

[@l-egg-acyacres5732]

yay !! been waiting and waiting for fermenting videos. I have tried and failed... a few times now. My heart to you girl for naughty chickens ... ...uuggghhh so disheartening! We love Kohlrabi. We slice it up and put it in salt water in the fridge. Our family just likes to eat it raw with salt. Ive never thought of actually cooking them LOL

[@amberthistle2803]

We have to clip wings once a year. Every spring, once the snow melts, they start jumping the fence of their run to get to the grass. That's how we know it's time LOL Make sure you are only clipping 1 wing and not both.

[@cathykillion6544]

Enjoyed the video

[@kimberlyblake8705]

I have that cookbook!

[@Reinolds_Recipes]

Luvv it !! Thank you again for sharing.. will try this soon :) subscribed to your channel 🤩😁

[@jacqsbackyard1562]

Oh that sinking feeling when you see your garden has been decimated...in my case, I have a big black dog that has recently decided to make it her personal mission to destroy my garden! I've been so close to finding her a new home.....but I probably won't. 😁

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Oh no

[@augustagootee6254]

U make me want try kohlrabi I like turnip n cabbage.

[@pilarreynolds6440]

you don't add vinegar?

[@stephaniehanuman-dale6279]

Thanks fermenting doesn’t look as hard as I was making it in my brain. I’ve been quick pickling but want to give fermenting a try🌱💚

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

You should, good for the gut health

[@amyk6028]

Nathan reminds me of my husband… quiet 😂 I’m the talker!

[@Chris71151]

I had to put chicken wire fencing around all my raised beds. The Strawberries were attacked by bunnies. In the past birds ate the strawberries. This year I put netting over the top. Keeps the birds out. Thinking I need to wrap the chicken wire with the netting because of the tiny junco birds.

[@calabogierusticfarmmarket387]

Hi Jill just wondering if you can store the fermented vegetables in the pantry on a shelf, instead of the fridge? Any idea how long they can be stored?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

No, after fermentation, they need to be refrigerated or they will continue to ferment more and eventually spoil

[@calabogierusticfarmmarket387]

@@WhisperingWillowFarm do you know of a way to can them so they could be stored in the pantry?

[@kimt9797]

Maybe a good reason to put plants in different areas of the garden instead of all together?

[@WhiskeyTangoFarms]

I got kohlrabi seeds from Baker Creek for free with my order but had no idea what it was so I didn’t even plant it lol. I’ll have to give it a shot. I’m in zone 4B. I wonder if I can start it now or if I should wait until next year.

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

You can grow them in spring and fall

[@WhiskeyTangoFarms]

@@WhisperingWillowFarm oh awesome! I’ll give it a go this fall! Just ordered the book you mentioned too so I can use your recipe! Thanks!! 💚

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

There are so many great recipes in the book

[@Windyhillfarm71]

That is heartbreaking.

[@dawnohiosunnygardener8098]

So sorry for your loss of your kohlrabi and cabbage. I can alot of things in the garden and tried kohlrabi for the first time in the garden last year. Want to ferment it but I don't do fermentation. Do you take the weights off when the process is finished? Thanks for the helpful video.

[@tericamcginnis5848]

Here's another from me 😊. Can you give some feedback on the salty flavor. The longer it firments does it get more or less salty? When it goes in the fridge do you need to leave in the weight? And do you ever use any leaves or grape leaves for enhancing the crispiness? I tried to find the firment class from your email but only got your kits, supplies to buy.

[@michelleslifeonrepeat]

I musta missed something. So you put pickling salt in the jar, then you mentioned adding salt to the water in the stove pot. How much salt goes into that pot of 6 cups of water?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Just salt in the water, probably just fumbled my words

[@erikas974]

I grew up eating stuffed coocked cohlrabi. Absolutely love it because we used the leaves thinly cut up coocked and that with some thickening was the sauce. Never had it fermented but sound yummy. Jill I would of cut some head off to make chicken soup😆Sorry about all your cabages and cohlrabies. 😫

[@angelasevier6520]

can you ferment okra 😊 love you and all you do

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Absolutely, and it's delicious

[@jessidutton3441]

After 14 days, do you HAVE to put in frig or can you store with other canned foods?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Must be refrigerated

[@hollynelson543]

So sorry Jen, gardening is not for the faint of heart.

[@Truelaine1]

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[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

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[@michelleslifeonrepeat]

Do you peel kohlrabi or just wash and chop up?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Just wash and chop

[@tericamcginnis5848]

I never have seen such large kohlrabies! My grandparents grew them. They only were about tangerine size. I guess if they are left they grow bigger? Or is it the type of kohlrabie? We peeled them and ate them with salt. Have you though of having the chickens in a covered home? Maybe on wheels? Hang in there!

[@ozarkmountainwoodshopandfa9500]

Have y'all tried fermenting green beans before?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

No but now I want to

[@hollynelson543]

Morton salt? What type?

[@WishingonaFarm12]

So sorry about your veggies😰

[@lindag4484]

Well-fed chickens = great eggs and plump roasters! C'est la Vie. Chin up - carry on. Time to plant some more! (fall garden?)

[@tamiwerner4790]

probably too late to plant it.. it is a cool weather crop

[@hallierasbury65]

Sorry about your chickens eating your veggies, I wonder if you clip their wings it will help. Just think how good those eggs are going to be. lol

[@feliciapace2331]

So yall are having chicken for supper - right??

[@juliamorrisey5541]

From the comments I have read it seems to me that Nathan has a project to complete. He will just need to decide which options might be most effective for you. I may have to try fermenting thought I worry about essentially leaving veg in salt water. I pickle a few veg and freeze some. I love pickled beets and mustard relish made with zucchini, plus standard pickles, both sweet and dill. I think I might try with carrots first.

[@kprairiesun]

I'd just fence the top of their area, Keeping them in and predators out

[@MaryJoMatey]

Ahhh 6 cups water and how much salt!?

[@johngalt2071]

Interesting that you don not remove the skin, which is very tough.,

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

It is a little tough but that’s part of the charm and the crunch of the final product.

[@laurasamford238]

I thought Kholrabi was a cool weather crop is that not true?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

It is. We will plant in a month or so

[@fareebug8439]

Thanks, I have been wanting to dive into this. For gut health, and just more options to use things from the garden. 💕 ❓ Once you open again, how long does it last for? Refrigerate at that point?

[@christiekrueger1984]

Put a large fishing net over you chicken pen. They will not get out.

[@Jennian_M]

Have you ever done pickled watermelon rind?

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

Never but I've heard it was great

[@barbarabartlett2804]

my daddy did n it was good. he also pickled radishes and those came out so hot...whoopee. khlorabi was a fav of his but he just cut into sticks n used to dip

[@sherylgardiner7]

Oh my..I smell chicken and dumpling

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

😂😂 and chicken broth