Quick Pickled Red Cabbage
Ingredients
- 1 small head red cabbage)
(2-3 cups sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 garlic cloves)
(sliced
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
Directions
- 1
Slice your red cabbage in half, remove a few of the outer leaves, then remove the core of the cabbage by cutting a 'v' shape and pulling it out.
- 2
Take each half of the cabbage and slice it very thinly. Then set it aside for later.
- 3
In a small to medium sized pot, add in the water, both vinegars, sugar and salt. Allow that to come to a simmer.
- 4
Grab your large glass jar and pack in the cabbage.
- 5
Carefully pour the hot pickling liquid over the cabbage, making sure it is completely covered.
- 6
Add in the sliced garlic cloves and peppercorns then screw on the lid and shake it up.
- 7
Allow this to macerate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes and it's ready to eat.
- 8
You can keep this in the fridge for as long as 4-6 weeks.
Quick Pickled Red Cabbage
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, tangy crunch to elevate your meals? This Quick Pickled Red Cabbage recipe is your secret weapon, turning simple dishes into something spectacular with minimal effort. It’s the ultimate condiment for adding a bright pop of flavor and color!
This recipe works wonders because it transforms humble red cabbage into a sensational topping that only gets better with time. The combination of white and rice wine vinegars, along with salt, garlic, and peppercorns, creates a lively brine that infuses the cabbage with irresistible tang and complexity. It’s an incredibly simple method that yields impressive results, making it an ideal choice for using up leftover cabbage.
What you can expect is a condiment bursting with bright, tangy flavor and a satisfying crunch. The red cabbage maintains its delightful texture while absorbing the zingy, slightly pungent notes from the pickling liquid. While delicious immediately, you'll find its flavor profile deepens and becomes even more delicious the longer it sits in the fridge. Its vibrant pink hue makes it a visual treat, too.
Customization & Serving Ideas
While the core ingredients create a perfect balance, feel free to adjust the amount of garlic to your taste, adding more for a bolder flavor or less for a subtle hint. This pickled cabbage is incredibly versatile: it’s the perfect topping for burgers, BBQ sandwiches, tacos, and even goes wonderfully with roasted meats or grain bowls. Its bright acidity cuts through richness and adds a refreshing element to almost any dish.
Serve this quick pickled red cabbage as a dynamic side or an essential topping to brighten up your favorite weeknight meals or weekend gatherings.