Adding tannings to the brine

[mixymaster]

Hi all,

I have read that adding tannings, such as black tea, to the brine makes the vegs more crunchy. Does that make any sense?

thanks

[baerdric]

I've heard that about pectin fruits, like adding apple to kraut. Honestly I don't remember exactly what I heard. But it was absolutely about making veggies retain their crispiness. So someone here will probably straighten me out.