7. Vegan, Affordable, and Very Easy to Prepare
This recipe is ideal for anyone wanting a simple, natural probiotic source without relying on dairy-based foods or supplements.
How to Make Your Own Fermented Probiotic Apples
This method relies on a classic technique: lacto-fermentation. The salt-water environment prevents unwanted bacteria from multiplying while allowing beneficial microbes to flourish.
Ingredients
1–2 fresh apples (any variety you prefer)
Filtered water
Natural salt (unrefined sea salt or Himalayan salt)
A clean glass jar with a loose-fitting lid or a small plate/saucer to rest on top
Preparing the Apples
Wash your apples well.
Slice them into thin pieces. The thinner they are, the faster they ferment.
Keep the peel on. Apple skins contain pectin and beneficial compounds that enrich the final result.
Remove the seeds and the hard inner core.
Place the slices into your clean jar, but leave enough space for liquid to cover them completely.
Making the Fermentation Brine
The ideal brine ratio is:
