Pickling Cabbage for Winter
Description
A canning recipe without unnecessary complications. Below I will explain. The preserve is ready for winter storage.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Finely shred the cabbage.
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Step 3
Peel the carrots and grate them on a grater.
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Step 4
Sprinkle the cabbage with salt and gently massage it with your hands until it softens. Do not squeeze too hard—the cabbage should stay crisp. Add the carrot and mix.
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Step 5
Pack the cabbage tightly into a sterilized jar.
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Step 6
Pour cold water on top so it covers the cabbage. Leave at room temperature for 3–4 days. It’s best to set the jar in a bowl, as liquid may leak out during fermentation. Each day, pierce the cabbage with a wooden stick so the gases can escape.
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Step 7
Drain the brine, dilute it with sugar, and pour it back into the jar. Then close the jar with a lid and store it in a cool place. This way, the cabbage can safely keep all winter long.
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Step 8
Cabbage for winter is ready!