Some mold has developed on top of the liquid. Can the kefir grains be saved?
Mold is generally caused by some form of contamination–often as simple as soap or food residue the dishwasher missed. While mold will generally infect the kefir grains to the point they can’t be saved, if you wish to try, scoop the mold out, drain and rinse the kefir grains thoroughly and place them in fresh sugar water. Watch the next batch closely for any signs of mold. Do not consume any kefir if mold develops or if the kefir smells, looks or tastes unpleasant.
Related Questions
- The kefir grains have been rehydrating for 4 days and they look rehydrated but don appear to be doing anything. Should I wait longer?
- Should I add things like ginger juice, eggshell and baking soda to my kefir grains to keep them healthy?
- Can I add fruit, herbs, juice, etc. to the kefir while the kefir grains are still culturing?
