Assorted with cabbage
4 servings
60 minutes
Cabbage assortment is a bright and rich dish of Greek cuisine that embodies the simplicity and richness of Mediterranean flavors. The combination of tender white cabbage, sweet carrots, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic onions creates a harmony of textures and aromas, while tomato paste and vinegar add spiciness and a slight tang. This assortment is perfect as a standalone dish that reveals the taste of fresh vegetables or as a dressing for soups like shchi or borscht, adding depth and richness. Greeks traditionally value such dishes for their versatility, nutritional value, and ability to preserve the taste of nature even in winter. The ease of preparation makes it accessible even for novice cooks, while its rich flavor brings warm emotions and cozy enjoyment.
1
Grate the carrot on a coarse grater and fry it with chopped onion.
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Onion: 1 head
2
Chop the cabbage, add sautéed carrots with onions, chopped tomatoes, and tomato paste. Add salt, pour in oil, and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
- White cabbage: 1 piece
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Onion: 1 head
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Sunflower oil: 1 tablespoon
3
Pour in vinegar, bring to a boil, pour into jars, and seal.
- Acetic acid: 3 tablespoons
4
In winter, it can be added as a dressing to shchi or borscht, or served as a standalone dish.