Curtido

Name: Curtido
Ingredients: 1 pound cabbage, finely shredded (green or red or both); 2 1/2 cups water; 1/2 of a medium onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled; Black pepper, to taste; Ground cumin, to taste

8 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 pound cabbage, finely shredded (green or red or both)
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 of a medium onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
Black pepper, to taste
Ground cumin, to taste

Directions

1

Combine all ingredients in a large, clean bowl.
2

Using clean tongs or hands, gently crush the vegetables in the brine.
3

Place a clean plate on top of the vegetables, and weigh it down to fully submerge them under the brine.
4

Let sit at room temperature for at least 3 days, or longer to your taste; the flavor will deepen and mellow over time.
5

When its to your liking, transfer to clean jars, making sure brine covers the vegetables, and store in the refrigerator.
6

Can keep for weeks.