Quick Curtido (Mexican Cabbage Slaw)

By JJL9

Ingredients

• 1/2 small (2-pound) green cabbage, cored and very thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
• 1/2 medium white onion, peeled and very thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup)
• 2 carrots, peeled and shredded (about 1/2 cup)
• 1 small jalapeño, ribs and seeds removed, minced (optional)
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Details

Servings 5
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 70mins
Adapted from seriouseats.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, toss together cabbage, onion, carrot, and jalapeño, if using. In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, salt, and sugar a cook over medium heat, stirring, until salt and sugar are just dissolved. Pour brine over vegetables and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for one hour before serving.