Curtido
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
27 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Curtido
Description
The curtido recipe begins by blanching finely shredded cabbage with boiling water and then rinsing it with cold water, which softens the cabbage before draining and pressing out excess moisture. The softened cabbage is combined with shredded carrot, very thinly sliced red onion, sliced jalapeno (optional), dried oregano, and white or apple cider vinegar. The mixture is thoroughly tossed together, sometimes shaken in a covered container to blend flavors.
Curtido has a crisp, tangy flavor with a delicate bite from the fresh vegetables and a slight heat from the jalapeno if included. The vinegar and oregano contribute a bright, herbaceous note, making it a refreshing contrast to richer dishes.
This slaw is commonly served chilled as a condiment alongside dishes like pupusas or grilled meats, adding texture and acidity that complements more savory flavors.
For best taste, curtido improves after marinating for several hours or days. It can be stored in a sealed container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to one week, maintaining freshness and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 head cabbage , finely shredded
- 1/2 red onion , very thinly sliced
- 2 carrot finely shredded
- 1 jalapeno pepper sliced (optional, fresh
- water hot, boiling
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- salt , to taste
- 1/2 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Place cabbage in a fine mesh strainer. Very slowly pour boiling water over the cabbage. Rinse with cold water. Drain well, pressing out as much water as possible.
- Add cabbage to large bowl. Add carrot, onion, jalapeno, oregano, and vinegar and toss well to combine. I like to put it all in a bowl with a lid and shake it.
- Curtido tastes best after it has marinated for several hours or days, but you can enjoy it fresh if you’d like.
- Store curtido in a covered container or mason jar for up to 1 week in the fridge.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 27 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 27kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 21mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 155mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2620IU | 52% |
| Vitamin C | 24.3mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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