Best 4 Salvadoran Cabbage Salad Curtido Recipes

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"Salvadoran Cabbage Salad Curtido" is a refreshing and flavorful side dish, often served with traditional Salvadoran dishes. Cabbage, carrots, and onions are marinated in a vinegar-based sauce, creating a tangy and crunchy salad that perfectly complements the richness of Salvadoran cuisine. This vibrant and zesty salad is a culinary delight that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of flavors. If you're looking for an easy and flavorful recipe to add to your meal rotation, look no further than the Salvadoran Cabbage Salad Curtido.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CURTIDO DE REPOLLO - EL SALVADOREAN CABBAGE SALAD



Curtido De Repollo - El Salvadorean Cabbage Salad image

This spicy Salvadoreno coleslaw is the traditional zesty topping for pupusas (thick corn tortillas stuffed with cheese). You can also try serving it with fish or black beans, inside burritos or on top of quesadillas.

Provided by Whats Cooking

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head green cabbage
1 cup apple cider vinegar or 1 cup distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 medium onion
2 large carrots
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Using a hand-grater or the grater attachment of your food processor, shred cabbage, carrots and onion.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  • Use the back of a wooden spoon to press all the ingredients down so they are submerged in liquid.
  • Allow to rest at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving, ideally for at least 4-6 hours.
  • Serve with pupusas, or as a topping for fish, quesadillas, or other dishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.5, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 261.3, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 1.5

CURTIDO (EL SALVADORAN CABBAGE SALAD)



Curtido (El Salvadoran Cabbage Salad) image

Curtido is a salad made out of cabbage and served with El Salvadoran pupusas. Stuff cooked pupusas with the curtido for a delicious treat!

Provided by Jenny

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ head green cabbage, cored and shredded
1 carrot, grated
1 quart boiling water
3 green onions, minced
1 cup distilled white vinegar
½ cup water
2 teaspoons dried oregano

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 47 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

CURTIDO (SALVADORAN PICKLED SLAW)



Curtido (Salvadoran Pickled Slaw) image

This is a condiment served with almost any meal in El Salvador. It goes great with tamales and pupusas!

Provided by Nahum and Brandi

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled

Time 9h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cabbage, finely shredded
1 white onion, halved and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 large carrot, grated
4 red bird's eye chile peppers, grated
1 ½ tablespoons salt, or to taste
3 cups boiling water
½ cup vinegar
1 tablespoon oregano

Steps:

  • Mix cabbage, onion, carrot, and chile peppers together in a large bowl. Sprinkle salt evenly on top. Cover with boiling water. Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
  • Pour vinegar over cabbage mixture; add oregano. Mix together carefully.
  • Cover and refrigerate until flavors combine, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 1074.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

SALVADORAN CABBAGE SALAD (CURTIDO)



Salvadoran Cabbage Salad (Curtido) image

Curtido is a simple cabbage salad.Large jars of curtido are kept at restaurants and sides of the slaw are served with most meals. Curtido is usually allowed to ferment slightly at room temperature before serving, becoming a kind of Salvadoran sauerkraut. Posted for ZWT.

Provided by Chef Jean

Categories     South American

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 head cabbage, shredded
1 carrot, peeled and grated
4 cups boiling water
3 scallions, minced
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 jalapenos or 1 serrano chili pepper, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place the cabbage and carrots in a large heat-proof bowl. Pour the boiling water into the bowl to cover the cabbage and carrots and set aside for about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander, pressing out as much liquid as possible.
  • Return the cabbage to the bowl and toss with the remaining of the ingredients. Let set at room temperature for a couple hours if you like. Then chill and serve as an accompaniment to pupusas or as a side dish.

Tips:

  • For a tangy curtido, use a mixture of white and red cabbage.
  • To add a bit of sweetness, add a grated carrot to the curtido.
  • If you like spicy food, add a chopped jalapeño or serrano pepper to the curtido.
  • For a more savory curtido, add a tablespoon of chopped cilantro or parsley.
  • Let the curtido ferment for at least 3 days before eating to develop its full flavor.

Conclusion:

Curtido is a delicious and versatile Salvadoran cabbage salad that can be enjoyed as a side dish, condiment, or topping. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it tangy, sweet, spicy, or savory, there is a curtido recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy cabbage, give curtido a try.

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