If slime appears in the sauerkraut, most likely the preparation technology was violated.
We will tell you about the basic rules for pickling cabbage, the observance of which will help prevent the appearance of mucus.
How to ferment cabbage correctly
Firstly, you need to choose mid- and late-ripening varieties; early cabbage is not suitable for pickling.
Secondly, you should use only regular salt. Iodized salt prevents the fermentation process.
Thirdly, the cabbage and additional ingredients (carrots, cranberries, lingonberries) must be thoroughly washed and dried.
Fourthly, cabbage often spoils due to unsuitable containers. The ideal option for pickling is a wooden barrel.
You can also use glass and enamel containers. It is not recommended to ferment cabbage in plastic buckets.
