Salted cabbage with garlic
9 servings
110 minutes
Salted cabbage with garlic is a traditional dish of Russian cuisine, featuring a bright and rich flavor with a hint of spiciness from the garlic. This recipe traces back to village traditions when cabbage was prepared for winter, preserving its freshness and beneficial properties. The combination of crunchy cabbage, sweet carrots, and aromatic marinade makes the dish versatile: it can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even on its own. The simplicity of preparation and availability of ingredients have made salted cabbage a beloved delicacy on Russian tables. After a few days under pressure in the fridge, it acquires a rich taste and tender texture. It pairs perfectly with meat dishes, potatoes, or simply fresh bread. It can be stored in jars, but the best reward for patience is to try it right away!
1
Ingredient 1: cut the cabbage into squares of about 3×3 cm. Grate the garlic on a coarse grater. Grate the carrot on a coarse grater.
- Cabbage: 3 kg
- Garlic: 1 head
- Carrot: 3 pieces
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Composition 2: combine water, sugar, vinegar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil. Cool down.
- Water: 1 l
- Sugar: 125 g
- Vinegar essence: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 2 tablespoons
- Vegetable oil: 1 glass
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Combine ingredients 1 and 2 in a pot. Place under weight in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
4
Put in sterilized jars under a cap. Or eat it right away)))