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4 Refreshing Water Kefir Recipes to Try at Home Happy Kombucha
4 Refreshing Water Kefir Recipes to Try at Home
Water kefir is a naturally fermented beverage full of probiotics and refreshing flavours. Here are four easy-to-make recipes to enjoy the benefits of water kefir with a zesty twist: lime,... Read more...
9 Easy & Delicious Kombucha Recipes to Try at Home Happy Kombucha
9 Easy & Delicious Kombucha Recipes to Try at Home
Kombucha – that fizzy, tangy, probiotic-packed drink – has become a cult favourite for good reason. Not only does it have an amazing taste, but it’s also packed with health... Read more...
Ginger beer drink-happykombucha
Spicy Chilli Ginger Beer recipe
  I like my ginger beer throaty with personality over lightly flavoured sugar water. But the good thing is that you don't really have to choose. You can make your... Read more...
Sweet Christmas Sourdough Ring Happy Kombucha
Sweet Christmas Sourdough Ring
Sweet Sourdough Bread Looking for inspiration this Christmas? Why not try making a Christmas sourdough Ring.  Read more...
Elderflower and ginger water kefir Happy Kombucha
Elderflower and ginger water kefir
It's Elderflower season, so why to not turn healthy water kefir drink even for something more healthier.Did you know? Read more...
Flavouring Water kefir with a second ferment
Flavouring Water kefir with a second ferment
The first thing I would say about kefir is, EVERYONE will tell you something different. Brewing kefir is just like making any other dish. There are hundreds of variations and... Read more...
kefir fruit smoothy-Happykombucha
Any Fruit Kefir smoothie
Smoothies are a fantastic way to combine cultured dairy with just about anything. Using combinations of fresh and frozen fruit creates a wonderful thick, ice cold texture but without watering... Read more...
Non-Dairy Kefir
Amazing things to do with kefir
Kefir is amazing but it is not just for those who can drink dairy. For those who wish to avoid dairy or for those who just fancy a change from... Read more...
How to flavour milk kefir-Happykombucha
Flavouring Milk kefir
    Milk kefir is a great source of vitamins and protein. It makes a wonderful quick snack when your tummy is growling, but you don’t have time to sit... Read more...
Simple sauerkraut receipe
Making homemade raw sauerkraut can be much quicker and easier than it may seem. Though you could allow it to sit and ferment for weeks, raw sauerkraut is generally ready within 4- 7 days (when using one of the vegetable starter cultures it will fully ferment with a high probiotic content in 7 days, so it speeds but in this recipe i am just using salt)  The longer it ferments, or cultures, the more probiotic support it offers your digestive system. Though there are numerous ways to complicate this recipe, I'm... Read more...
Flavouring home made kombucha-Happykombucha
Flavouring Kombucha
  When you want to experiment with the Kombucha tea recipeMany people right around the globe drink Kombucha Tea, and the majority of them stick with the basic Kombucha recipeIf... Read more...
Yummy Vegan Pancakes
Vegan Pancakes Pancakes usually call for eggs to make them light and fluffy. Making egg-free pancakes usually results in a heavy, dense cake. But with the addition of Chia, you will never suspect they are eggless! A Chia and water mixture makes the pancakes so spongy, light and fluffy-ful. They are a pleasure to eat! Ingredients  Start your Chia and water mixture first so it will be ready after assembling and blending your other ingredients. 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat, buckwheat, or any combination of flours you... Read more...
Lacto-fermented salsa
This traditional salsa is lacto-fermented, so it stays good for a very long time and brings a great fuzzy and pungent taste. Ingredients 12 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped; 2 cups chilies, seeded and chopped (Jalapeños and Serranos are good choices); 1/4 cup dried oregano; 2 tbsp cumin; 8 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 onions, chopped; 1/4 cup sea salt; Preparation Wear gloves to handle the chilies and combine the chopped tomatoes, chilies, oregano, cumin, garlic and onions together. Place the tomato mixture little by little in your fermentation jar, pounding it vigorously and sprinkling some... Read more...
Beetroot Hummus
This vibrant coloured dip looks appetizing on any sharing table. We've opted for edamame beans instead of regular chickpeas, as they contains more protein and support muscles and the cardiovascular system (however chickpeas can be used instead). Adding our organic beetroot powder, rich in iron & nitrates, this dip is the best post workout snack. Dip in some raw carrot batons, celery sticks or even crunchy apple slices. Ingredients 200g edamame beans 1 teaspoon beetroot powder juice of half a lemon ½ teaspoon salt small bunch of fresh coriander ½... Read more...
Water kefir drink-Happykombucha
Water Kefir ideas. Flavouring Water kefir
The awesome thing about water kefir is that you can really flavor it however you want. It is very forgiving and you can be as creative as you’d like. Everything... Read more...
Matcha green tea tiramisu recipe
Looking for some inspiration, try this Matcha Tiramisu. It really is sooooooo Good.   9 oz marscarpone cheese3 egg yolks1/4 cup white sugar1 cup whipping cream1 tablespoon matcha powdersplash of hot water   1. In a small sauce pan with 1″ of simmering water, place a heat-proof bowl on top. Ensure that the water doesn’t touch the bottom of the bowl. Place the egg yolks and sugar into the bowl, and beat with a hand mixer until pale and fluffy.2. In a stand-up mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the... Read more...
CHIA PUDDING
Everyone keeps asking for a recipe for chia pudding so i am posting a few here. Chia and Kefir are both sooooo tasty putting them together is always going to be a winner. WARNING: If tapioca freaks you out, this won’t be your thing. ORANGE KEFIR CHIA PUDDING          INGREDIENTS ½ cup kefir ½ cup milk juice of 1 orange 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 teaspoon coconut flour INSTRUCTIONS Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl and refrigerate for at... Read more...
CHIA CHICKEN BURGERS ON FOCCACIA BUNS
Prep time  10 – 15 minutes Total Time  10 – 15 minutes Serves  4 These burgers are moist, delicious and full of healthy veggies and herbs. want to know more about chia seeds or buy some click here INGREDIENTS  ½ kilo (minced) chicken ½ cup cooked brown rice or quinoa ½ cup grated carrot ½ cup grated zucchini 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley 2 – 3 tsp black Chia seeds 1 tsp sea salt, pepper (or to taste)Olive or coconut oil (for cooking) 4 foccacia bread buns Mayo, ketchup or tomato chutney Tomatoes, greens and red onions Cheese (optional) METHOD  In... Read more...
Blueberry and Chia kefir smoothy
Servings: 2 want to know more about chia seeds or buy some click here Ingredients 1 and 1/2 cups Milk Kefir (or coconut milk kefir) 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 cup frozen blueberries   Instructions 1. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.  Serve immediately.   Please note that it is best to drink this smoothy immediatley as it will thicken over time if left. Honey can be added to sweeten the smoothy if required however please remember that adding honey to kefir can reduce its... Read more...
Lemon Chia seed Muffins
If you have recently purchased Chia Seeds, because I have heard such great things about them but have been wondering what do to with them, then try out these muffins!  The perfect thing to test them out.  You can’t really even taste them.  The glaze on top is light and has great lemon flavor to go with the muffins.  You could omit the glaze if you are trying to be a little healthier, but it is just so good! want to know more about chia seeds or buy some click... Read more...
Ideas for other uses for kombucha
 We all know that Kombucha makes a wonderful refreshing bottled drink but what else can i do with my Kombucha i hear you say.... well here's a few ideas.. Salad Dressings and Marinades Kombucha can be used in place of vinegar in most salad dressing and marinade reciepes, summer is coming (don't quote me on that but it should at least try to make an appearance soon!) so why not try spicing up a salad with some dressing made from Kombucha. Here is a simple blue cheese dressing receipe that... Read more...
Flavoring Kombucha with a second Ferment
  There are many different ways to flavor Kombucha, changing the type of tea is one way but doing a second ferment is another. The first thing I would say about kombucha is, EVERYONE will tell you something different. Brewing kombucha is just like making any other dish. There are hundreds of variations and recipes out there, each one somebody’s favorite. Everyone will swear doing this or that particular thing will make the beverage more healthful for you — and often the advice is contradictory. My point of view? Relax. Just... Read more...
How to make rejuvelec
People keep asking me for a recipe for Rejuvelec...so here it is... Enjoy...  Rejuvelec is a fermented drink that is inexpensive and fun to make. It is very refreshing and full of wonderful nutrients for your body. It is a probiotic beverage and also contains healthy vitamins (B, K and E) as well as enzymes. It helps to promote a healthy intestinal environment making it great for your digestive system (It can also be used as a starter for raw nut cheese) Looking for something new? Try rejuvelec! To make Rejuvelec you... Read more...