Adana Şalgam Suyu (Fermented Black Carrot Drink)

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Mix the bulgur flour with a little water and the sourdough starter. Leave covered at room temperature for 24 hours to begin souring.

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1kg black or deep-purple carrots, scrubbed and cut lengthwise

1 medium turnip or şalgam radish, sliced

1/2 cup bulgur flour or fine bulgur

1 tablespoon sourdough starter or a small piece of fermented bread

3 tablespoons rock salt

3 liters chlorine-free water

1-2 dried hot peppers, optional

Taste the juice daily to find your preferred level of fermentation.

Sterilize your containers to prevent unwanted bacteria during fermentation.

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