 rule, it is best to keep jars of fermenting foods away from direct sunlight. Away from sunlight doesn't mean they need to be kept in total darkness.</p>

<img src="../media/pages/lactofermentation/lacto2.jpg" alt='cauliflower and red onion in spring top jar' loading='lazy'>

<h3 id='jars'>What kind of jar to use</h3>

<p>Whichever vessel you choose, it's important to remember that you have to allow for the jars to 'burp' out CO<sub>2</sub>.</p>

<p><b>Spring-top jars.</b> (See above image) Our favorite jar