Cabbage with Honey for Winter
Description
To prepare cabbage with honey for winter at home, you will need to boil the brine and shred the vegetables. The pickles can be served as a side dish with the main course or as an appetizer.
Instructions
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Step 1
Rinse the head of cabbage under cold water. If there are any rotten spots, be sure to cut them out with a knife. Pat the cabbage dry with paper towels—it should not be wet. Finely shred it and transfer to a bowl. Wash the carrots in cold water, peel them, and grate on a fine grater. Add everything to the bowl with the cabbage.
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Step 2
Prepare the brine. Mix the honey, salt, and water. Put it on the stove and bring to a boil. While it heats, stir the brine thoroughly so the honey and salt dissolve in the water. While the brine is coming to a boil, mix the cabbage with the carrot. Once everything is well mixed, press down on the vegetables so they release their juice. You can press them down with a plate placed on top of the cabbage, or with a one-liter jar.
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Step 3
Now scald the jar. Pack the vegetables tightly into it. When the brine comes to a boil, pour it into the jar. The jar should be completely filled with brine and the vegetable mixture. Cover the neck with a plastic lid with a small hole in the center. The hole is needed so steam can escape.
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Step 4
Leave the jar in a cool place for 24 hours. The next day, pierce the cabbage—this will help remove excess bitterness—and taste it. If it’s ready, seal the jar with a lid and put it in the refrigerator. If not, leave it for another 24 hours and repeat the same procedure.