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Welcome to Gutsy Ferments - Creators of Delicious Fermented Food

Here at Gutsy we're all about fermented food that's made for your gut. We're a bit different from others in Australia who make fermented food including Sauerkraut and Kimchi, here are some of the reasons why:
1. We LOVE fermenting!
2. Gutsy ferments in Oak Barrels (no plastics)
3. We wildly ferment our veggies (no artificial cultures)
4. Our veggies are fermented for weeks (not days)
5. All our vegetables arecertified organic
6. Gutsy fermented food products have 100% Australian Ingredients
7. Gutsy's fermented vegetables are Kosher
8. We run workshops to show and teach you what we do

We're also constantly playing around with other fermented things. Check out our online shop to see what's new.

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Forage Ferment Feast Recipe book

$40 AUD

Fermented foods "cook" book. Be inspired with 356 full-colour pages of Australian ferments

Bulk Sauerkraut and Kimchi (6 jars)

$68 AUD

Choose six jars of organic, oak barrel aged kraut or kimchi and have them delivered to your door.

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We are soaking up all the love for our Winter Ferm

We are soaking up all the love for our Winter Fermented Foods Box. It has definitely been a hit! 💜❄️⁠
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Have you ordered yours yet? There are only a few left - so if you'd like one, be sure to move quickly! ⁠
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Many of us are in lockdown right now, but you can still get all of your GUTSY goodies via our online store.⁠
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Speaking of lockdowns.... we are sending love to all our fellow Queenslanders and those of you in NSW. Hang in there! Hopefully, we will be on the other side of this soon 💪⁠
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#gutsy #madeforyourgut #winter

Lunchtime! Cauliflower Kimchi on this open sandwic

Lunchtime! Cauliflower Kimchi on this open sandwich is so delicious 👌 What's your favourite ferment to put on a sandwich?⁠
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You can grab your favourite kimchi and kraut at the @westendmarkets tomorrow until 2 pm or shop at our online store 🌿⁠
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#gutsy #madeforyourgut #lunchtime

Gutsy DIY Series - Smorgasbord Lunch. Let’s make

Gutsy DIY Series - Smorgasbord Lunch. Let’s make a gutsy smorgasbord lunch together!

GUTSY Smorgasbord lunch. 🥪⁠ Since perfecting

GUTSY Smorgasbord lunch. 🥪⁠
Since perfecting a foolproof cassava sourdough recipe (using Sweetie!), sandwiches are back on the table! Perfect for lunches on days when everyone is at home - this is an absolute winner! ⁠
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A smorgasbord lunch is usually the way we roll for our family because everyone can customise their lunch to suit their (oftentimes very particular) taste. ⁠
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What goes on the table depends on what’s in the fridge or pantry. I put out a cultured dip or two and a selection of GUTSY ferments to choose from. If it’s just after a market day, there will be a range of seasonal produce as well.⁠
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All laid out, it’s up to one’s preference to make up their own open sandwiches! ⁠
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#gutsy #madeforyourgut #easylunch

Satisfying winter cravings with this hearty bowl o

Satisfying winter cravings with this hearty bowl of nachos. I love meals like this as it’s always a hit with the kids and all too easy to sneak in tons of sneaky veggies and gut-healing ingredients that they normally would turn their nose up at.⁠
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Broccoli, cauliflower, grated pumpkin, carrots, zucchini (top on my kids’ most detested veg list!), mushrooms, kohlrabi, turnip, even brussels sprouts and more are some of the many veggies I’ve sneaked into a chili con carne and still have them digging into their dinners without any fuss. To bulk it up more, chickpeas or adzuki are my go-to options in the legume category for their flavour and digestibility. ⁠
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On top of a good chili con carne spice mix, gut-healing bone broth, umami salty miso, sauerkraut brine or pickle juice are all gutsy ways of seasoning and perfecting the flavour to a good chili con carne. Like curries, chili con carne always tastes best when left overnight to allow the flavours to mingle and mellow. ⁠
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To serve, all you need is a dollop of coconut yoghurt, sliced avocado, corn chips, and a good serving of GUTSY Red Pepperberry Kraut. A gutsy bowl of goodness that your belly will thank you for! ⁠
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What other sneaky ingredients have you added into chili con carne? Love to hear any interesting stories too if you have any to share!⁠
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#gutsy #madeforyourgut #chilliconcarne

Rosemary & Lemon Chicken Drumsticks OR Five-Spice

Rosemary & Lemon Chicken Drumsticks OR Five-Spice Pork Belly Roast?? How would you like to enjoy your Smoked Garlic Kraut? 🧄⁠
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A or B? Let us know in the comments below!⁠
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#gutsy #madeforyourgut #smokedgarlickraut

Thyme for courage. ⁠ ⁠ I can’t help but admi

Thyme for courage. ⁠
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I can’t help but admire this beautiful bouquet of thyme flowers that arrived this week from our farmers. Just in time for the crafting of Beetroot & Citrus 🍊 Kraut. ⁠
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In ancient times, thyme represented courage to the Romans. This ferment got me thinking of the importance for us to stand up for what we hold close to heart. ⁠
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For us, it was important to share our love for fermenting with others. It took courage to get GUTSY started, especially in the midst of bringing up a young family. Growing a small business is like bringing up another child which requires a significant amount of attention. So we essentially have got six kids to bring up. 😅⁠
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We see the possibility of so much that could go wrong by going into business together. As spouses, it took courage for us to commit to being each other’s business partners. Providentially, we balance each other with our strengths and weaknesses; even in business! Yes, 2 am business meetings in bed used to be a thing when we were young and spritely…..not anymore. 😴⁠
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It also took courage to ferment in the way we knew is the best way - for our health and also for the health of our customers. It would have been easier for us to use other fermenting vessels ie plastics or steel. Choosing to stick to our guns and continue fermenting in oak barrels despite all the work it involves in caring for and maintaining them took courage. Because we believe oak barrel fermentation crafts an amazing chemical-free, healthier, and more delicious ferment - we were not willing to compromise.⁠
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We have come a long way since the beginning and learnt heaps with our giant oakies along the way. We simply can’t imagine fermenting without using oak barrels! 😆⁠
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I tickled myself for getting philosophical about life over a bunch of thyme flowers, but sometimes these times of reflection sneak up on you. 🌿⁠
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This is my challenge to you. The next time you enjoy a spoonful of GUTSY Beetroot & Citrus Kraut, think about how the different seasons of your life that called for courage. For those who are willing to share, we would love to hear all about it! ❤️⁠
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#gutsy #madeforyourgut #thyme

How do you keep your gut happy and healthy? Fizzy

How do you keep your gut happy and healthy? Fizzy kraut!⁠
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At GUTSY we ferment for a period of weeks - during which all the beneficial bacteria (probiotics) that live on and in and around the veggies can feed on the carbohydrates that make up the veggies.⁠
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As the probiotics are consuming the carbohydrates they multiply and create lactic acid and carbon dioxide as by-products. The lactic acid gives fermented veggies a lovely sour flavour and the carbon dioxide can make the kraut fizzy!⁠
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If your ferment is particularly fizzy upon first opening, rejoice! It is lower in carbohydrates, higher in probiotics, and extra-amazing for your gut!⁠ Just remember to grab a bowl to catch any escaping juices! 😋⁠
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To get a little more fizz on your plate, head to the link in our bio and add to cart! You know you want to 😉⁠
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#gutsy #madeforyourgut #fizzyferments

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