Brine Calculator for Lacto-Fermentation

Do you want to lacto-ferment vegetables but are unsure about how much salt to add to your brine? Then this is the calculator for you.  

Check out How to Lacto-Ferment Vegetables in Brine for a complete guide. 

How to use the brine calculator?

  1. Place your fermentation container on your digital scale and press tare/zero
  2. Fill the container with vegetables and cover completely with water
  3. Enter the total weight (vegetables + water).
  4. Select your salt brine % 
  5. Add the required amount of salt and mix well