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Tlingit fermented mushroom soup (Pacific Northwest tribes): Fermentation develops depth to balance rich seafood broths
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Navajo blue corn mushroom stew (Southwest tribes): Fermented mushrooms provide umami base for alkaline corn
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Mold contamination
Cause: Insufficient salt concentration or unclean vessels
Fix: Discard batch, sterilize equipment, increase salt to 3-5% by weight
Slimy texture
Cause: Overgrowth of undesirable bacteria
Fix: Lower fermentation temperature to 60-65°F (15-18°C), ensure proper brine coverage