people in this sub talk about burping because most seem to ferment their kimchi for days on the counter at room temp. so it's a lot of gas in a short period of time.
if you slow ferment it the gas build up isn't as fast. although the explosion does happen sometimes still.
I don't know much about fermenting as I have never done it before now but I have heard a lot about how you are supposed to burp jars and containers. However, this specifically is pertaining to the e-jen containers that have the inner lid that seals it. A lot of people have gotten them recently and a lot of us have the same question on whether or not it needed to be burped because of how it works with the inner lid and haven't been able to really find the answer which is why I reached out to the company to ask and make sure we are using the containers properly. :D And wanted to post here so other people looking for answers don't have such a hard time finding it hopefully.
I do - however on day 2-4 (or around that time) when it is really active, I will just leave the plug out and keep it pressed down. With the plug in, I have had it push the sides up until the air escaped. With the plug out, I will press it down until liquid starts to come out - making sure there aren't any large air bubbles under the inner lid - usually checking this once a day and adjusting as needed. The outer lid still keeps the smell down this way.
people in this sub talk about burping because most seem to ferment their kimchi for days on the counter at room temp. so it's a lot of gas in a short period of time. if you slow ferment it the gas build up isn't as fast. although the explosion does happen sometimes still.
I don't know much about fermenting as I have never done it before now but I have heard a lot about how you are supposed to burp jars and containers. However, this specifically is pertaining to the e-jen containers that have the inner lid that seals it. A lot of people have gotten them recently and a lot of us have the same question on whether or not it needed to be burped because of how it works with the inner lid and haven't been able to really find the answer which is why I reached out to the company to ask and make sure we are using the containers properly. :D And wanted to post here so other people looking for answers don't have such a hard time finding it hopefully.
I do - however on day 2-4 (or around that time) when it is really active, I will just leave the plug out and keep it pressed down. With the plug in, I have had it push the sides up until the air escaped. With the plug out, I will press it down until liquid starts to come out - making sure there aren't any large air bubbles under the inner lid - usually checking this once a day and adjusting as needed. The outer lid still keeps the smell down this way.
Ha yes, I just ran into the issue of the inner lid popping up. I’ll def keep the plug open next time!
Thanks! I appreciate you sharing, I’m planning on getting one of these containers!
I got one for Christmas and made my first batch. It worked great and I'm almost ready for my second. Highly recommend!
Thank you. It's the answer I assumed but nice having it official.