Vegetable Ferments

Curtido: Sauerkraut’s Spicy, Funky Latina Cousin!

If sauerkraut’s tangy bite has always felt a little too mild for you, allow us to introduce you to - Curtido! This vibrant, flavour-packed fermented slaw hails from El Salvador and brings the heat, the herbs and all the spice you didn’t know you needed in your life. At Bombucha, we use fresh-from-the-farm cabbage, carrots, onions and jalapeños, all combined with aromatic herbs and spices. Of course! Like all our creations, there’s zero preservatives or artificial nonsense here—just pure, real ingredients coming together to make something magical! 

Curtido isn’t just about the flavour explosion—it’s packed with all the same health-boosting benefits of sauerkraut, only with a lot more sass. You get: Probiotics for Gut Health,  Vitamins C and K, giving your immune system a little boost and helping with overall health and may aid Digestion. So if you’re already a fan of sauerkraut’s zing, but you’re looking for something with a little more personality, give Curtido a try. Add a spoonful of Curtido to your tacos, top your rice bowls, or just snack straight out of the jar (we won’t judge).

 

Fernion: The Healthier Upgrade to Your Favourite "Sirka Wala Pyaaz"

Sundays at home—there was always one dish that ruled the day: rajma chawal. And if you grew up in a North Indian household like mine, you know it wasn’t complete without a side of sirka wala pyaaz—those crunchy, tangy onions soaked in vinegar. But one day, I had a thought: what if I could make this classic even more wholesome? What if I could ditch the nasty synthetic vinegar and turn these onions into something bursting with life and health benefits? And just like that, Fernion was born! 

Fernion has all the crunchy goodness and tangy flavor but with an extra twist—it’s naturally fermented, meaning it's packed with probiotics. Same satisfying crunch, same punch of tang, but now with a whole lot of health benefits to back it up!

 

Giardiniera: The Nutrient-Packed Upgrade Your Pizza Deserves

What do you do when your kid loves pizza but refuses to eat any veggies on it? Well, you get a little creative! That’s exactly how our Giardiniera came to life—created for the love of pizza, and now it’s a family favorite! Even my daughter, the ultimate veggie avoider, can’t resist a pizza topped with Giardiniera.

This tangy, crunchy, and oh-so-flavorful blend of fermented carrot, cauliflower, bell pepper, celery, jalapeños, shallots, and a dash of oregano adds a punch of flavor to every meal. Giardiniera is a total superstar on salads, sandwiches, buddha bowls, and pretty much anything else you want to jazz up.

Since it’s fermented, Giardiniera is packed with probiotics and loaded with nutrients. We stick to real, fresh ingredients. No preservatives, no artificial flavors—just pure, fermented goodness. Add it to your favorite salads, layer it on open sandwiches, or throw it into a buddha bowl for a zesty, crunchy upgrade. It’s one of those versatile kitchen staples that takes every meal from “good” to “wow!”

 

Lacto-Fermented Gherkins

There’s just something about these adorable little snacking cucumbers that makes them irresistible. We’ve taken them up a notch with our fermented gherkins—the perfect combo of crunchy, tangy, and oh-so-good-for-you. It all started when I visited Poland, I learned how to make gherkins the European way, and now I can’t imagine cucumbers any other way! You’ve probably had pickled gherkins, but fermented gherkins are a whole different story. Instead of soaking in vinegar, they’re preserved through natural lacto-fermentation. This process not only gives them that addictive tang but also fills them with natural probiotics that your gut will love. They’re an absolute favourite among the kids and the perfect  guilt-free, healthy snacking option.