Cabbage marinated with apples
4 servings
60 minutes
Cabbage pickled with apples is a refined dish of Russian cuisine that combines the freshness of vegetables with the fruity sourness. This traditional appetizer is popular in winter when one wants to preserve the taste of summer. The recipe's origins trace back to ancient village practices of preserving harvests. Tender crispy cabbage soaked in aromatic brine is enriched with the sweetness of carrots and the refreshing sourness of Simirenko apples. The marinade with vinegar, oil, and sugar creates a delicate balance of flavors, making this dish a wonderful complement to meat and fish dishes as well as a standalone side dish. It pairs perfectly with traditional Russian cuisine, especially alongside black bread and pickles.
1
Finely shred the cabbage. Grate the carrots and peeled apples on a coarse grater. Mix with the cabbage.
- White cabbage: 2 kg
- Carrot: 3 pieces
- Apples of the Renet Simirenko variety: 3 pieces
2
Put it in a three-liter jar.
3
Pour with hot brine. For the brine: bring water with salt, sugar, and oil to a boil, remove from heat. Add vinegar.
- Sugar: 0.5 glass
- Salt: 1 tablespoon
- Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
- Water: 1 l
- Vinegar 9%: 70 ml
4
Put the cooled cabbage in the refrigerator for 12 hours.