Curtido (El Salvadoran Cabbage Salad) Recipe

Curtido (El Salvadoran Cabbage Salad) Recipe

  • 1/2 head green cabbage, cored and shredded
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 quart boiling water
  • 3 green onions, minced
  • 1 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  1. Combine the cabbage and carrot in a large bowl and pour the boiling water over the mixture. Allow the mixture to steep for 5 minutes; drain well. Return the cabbage and carrots to the bowl. Mix in the green onion, vinegar, 1/2 cup of water, and oregano. Toss until all ingredients are combined. Chill for 20 minutes before serving.