Georgian-Style Cabbage
Description
Depending on how the cabbage is cut, adjust the amount of marinade. On average, you will need 1 liter of marinade per 1 kilogram. I highly recommend using allspice and bay leaves in this simple Georgian-style cabbage recipe, as they give it a special aroma. You can adjust the spiciness to taste; however, the cabbage should be pleasantly spicy.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. This is the set of ingredients you need to make Georgian-style cabbage.
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Step 2
2. Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage, but do not throw them away — we will still need them. Cut into fairly large pieces.
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Step 3
3. Peel the beets and slice them thin. You can also grate the beets, but not everyone likes that option.
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Step 4
4. Peel the garlic and (if desired) mince it. The amount depends on your taste preferences.
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Step 5
5. Prepare a pot of the appropriate size. Place a third (or half, depending on the amount) of the cabbage on the bottom.
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Step 6
6. On top, arrange a third of the remaining ingredients—garlic, herbs, pepper, and beet.
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Step 7
7. Layer the cabbage until you run out of ingredients. You can also use finely chopped carrots.
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Step 8
8. Now you can prepare the marinade. For a pot of this size, you will need triple the amount of ingredients listed in the recipe (for 3 liters of water). Add sugar and salt to the water, along with bay leaf, pepper, and vinegar.
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Step 9
9. Bring to a boil and let the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Pour the boiling marinade over the cabbage.
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Step 10
10. Remember the leaves you set aside? Place them on top in the pot so the homemade Georgian-style cabbage doesn’t dry out.
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Step 11
11. All that remains is to place a small weight on top and, once cooled, refrigerate the pot for at least 24 hours.