The Fermentation Kitchen: Recipes and Techniques for Kimchi, Kombucha, Koji and More by Sam Cooper

The Fermentation Kitchen: Recipes and Techniques for Kimchi, Kombucha, Koji and More

Discover the Art and Science of Fermentation

Journey into the alchemy of fermentation, where simple ingredients transform in flavor and form. The Fermentation Kitchen introduces you to the core principles behind kimchi, miso, kombucha, ginger beer, and koji-based creations—enabling you to harness bacteria, yeast, and fungus for healthy, flavor-packed ferments.

Why You’ll Love This Book

1. Comprehensive Techniques

   • Explore both authentic and adapted methods from diverse cultures

   • Master core fermentations—kimchi, kombucha, miso, koji, and more

   • Learn the power of yeast, bacteria, and fungus to create unique flavors

2. Flavor, Texture, and Aroma

   • Understand how to balance taste profiles in homemade ferments

   • Enhance everyday cooking with vibrant, gut-friendly recipes

   • Extend the life of your produce while unlocking new layers of complexity

3. Expert Praise

   • “A very useful book” – Jamie Oliver

   • “The new bible of Fermentation” – Julius Fiedler (@hermann)

   • “Cooper works at the creative edge of fermentation, while keeping it blissfully accessible.” – Mark Diacono, delicious magazine

Meet Sam Cooper

Sam Cooper is a trained professional chef turned gardener, recipe developer, and fermentation expert. Known online as Chef Sam Black, Sam has amassed over 500k followers by sharing his love for sustainable, seasonal produce and showing how simple, elegant home cooking can blend perfectly with traditional and modern fermenting techniques.

• Professional Background: From chef’s kitchens to regenerative media work with Huw Richards

• Sustainability Focus: Emphasizes local, organic ingredients and time-honored preservation methods

• Author & Educator: Wrote The Nature of Food in 2022 and regularly shares his recipes, photography, and courses

What’s Inside The Fermentation Kitchen

1. Core Ferments: Step-by-step guides to kimchi, sauerkraut, miso, kombucha, and ginger beer.

2. Koji Explorations: Elevate your culinary repertoire with rice koji, shio koji, and amazake creations.

3. Flavorful Adaptations: Infuse everyday dishes—soups, salads, marinades—with probiotic-rich goodness.

4. Preservation Techniques: Extend the life and nutritional value of seasonal produce while reducing food waste.

Elevate Your Cooking Game

From tangy pickles to umami-packed condiments, fermentation not only creates distinctive flavors but also promotes gut health and sustainability. Let The Fermentation Kitchen be your trusted companion in embracing these ancient yet ever-evolving culinary traditions. Whether you’re a dedicated foodie or a kitchen novice, Sam Cooper’s accessible approach and passion for “land first” cooking will inspire you to ferment your way to delicious meals and better well-being.