Spiced Pickled Red Cabbage Recipe

Name: Spiced Pickled Red Cabbage
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 180 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 large red cabbage, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 2 large red onions, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon whole allspice; 1 tablespoon juniper berries; 1 tablespoon mixed peppercorns; 1 tablespoon celery seed; 2 bay leaves; 2 cinnamon sticks; 3 cups raspberry vinegar; 1 cup red wine vinegar; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon ground mace; 2 large tart apples, cored and thinly sliced

Experience the vibrant flavors of Eastern Europe with this homemade spiced pickled red cabbage recipe! Crafted with homegrown red cabbage, raspberry and red wine vinegars, crisp apples, and red onions, this recipe yields a tangy, spicy, and long-lasting condiment. Perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your meals for months to come. This recipe is a twist on classic techniques, offering a unique and delicious result.

Prep Time 60 mins

Cook Time 120 mins

Calories 30.8 kcal

Protein 1g

Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spiced Pickled Red Cabbage

1 large red cabbage, thinly sliced
1/2 cup kosher salt
2 large red onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon whole allspice
1 tablespoon juniper berries
1 tablespoon mixed peppercorns
1 tablespoon celery seed
2 bay leaves
2 cinnamon sticks
3 cups raspberry vinegar
1 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon ground mace
2 large tart apples, cored and thinly sliced

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How to Make Spiced Pickled Red Cabbage

**Salt the Cabbage:** In a large stainless steel pot, layer the sliced red cabbage and sprinkle evenly with 1/3 cup kosher salt. Cover and let sit in a cool spot for 24 hours.
**Prepare the Onions:** After 18 hours, layer the thinly sliced red onions in a separate glass or stainless steel bowl. Add the remaining salt, cover with cold water, and let sit in a cool spot for the remaining 6 hours.
**Rinse and Drain:** Transfer the cabbage to a colander, rinsing thoroughly under cold running water. Drain well. Rinse the onions separately.
**Dry the Cabbage and Onions:** Spread the cabbage and onions on paper towel-lined trays and let air dry for 6-8 hours, or sun-dry for 3 hours if weather permits.
**Prepare the Spice Bag:** Combine allspice, juniper berries, peppercorns, celery seed, bay leaves, and cinnamon pieces in a piece of cheesecloth. Tie securely to create a spice bag.
**Make the Vinegar Mixture:** In a large stainless steel pan, combine raspberry vinegar, red wine vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, and mace. Add the spice bag.
**Simmer the Vinegar:** Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
**Add Apples and Onions:** Rinse the onions. Add the thinly sliced apples and the rinsed onions to the vinegar mixture. Cook for 5 minutes more.
**Remove Spice Bag:** Discard the spice bag.
**Combine Cabbage, Apples, and Onions:** Remove the apples and onions from the vinegar mixture. In a very large bowl, gently combine the cabbage, apples, and onions. Keep the vinegar mixture heated.
**Pack the Jars:** Pack the cabbage mixture tightly into hot, sterilized pint jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
**Add Vinegar Mixture:** Ladle the hot vinegar mixture over the cabbage mixture, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
**Remove Air Bubbles:** Use a non-metallic utensil to remove any air bubbles.
**Seal the Jars:** Wipe the jar rims clean. Place lids and rings on the jars, tightening to fingertip tightness.
**Process in Canner:** Place jars in a boiling water canner, ensuring the water covers the jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a boil, cover, and process for 20 minutes.
**Cool the Jars:** Turn off the heat and let the jars sit in the canner for 5 minutes. Remove the jars and let cool completely in a draft-free spot. You should hear a popping sound as the jars seal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

Carbs

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