CURTIDO (SALVADOREAN PICKLED COLESLAW)

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Curtido (Salvadorean Pickled Coleslaw) image

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

Provided by cervantesbrandi

Categories     Vegetable

Time 12m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cabbage (shredded finely)
1 white onion (slice in half then slivered in 1/4 inch slices)
1 large carrot (grated)
4 red chilies (grated)
1 tablespoon oregano
1/2 cup vinegar
3 cups boiling water
1 1/2 tablespoons salt (or more depending on taste)

Steps:

  • Mix cabbage, carrots and chiles in a large bowl.
  • Pour salt evenly over the mixture.
  • Gently pour boiling water over mixture and allow to cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
  • Pour vinager over mixture and add oregano. Carefully mix every thing together and add more salt if neccessary.
  • Note: I always allow the completed curtido to sit overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 669.6, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.1, Protein 1.1

Ellison Josh
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my curtido turned out too watery.


Dineo Roseline Tsotetsi
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This curtido is not what I expected. It's not as tangy as I thought it would be.


Tristan Hart
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra salt and pepper to taste.


Md Adi
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This curtido is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Iram Naeem
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I love the crunchy texture of this curtido. It's the perfect addition to tacos or burritos.


Memory Mwaba
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This curtido is a great way to add some probiotics to your diet.


James Prosper
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I've never made curtido before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'll definitely be making it again.


Kyeswa Charles Everest
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This curtido is the perfect side dish for grilled meats or fish.


Danny Selaelo
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I love the addition of the oregano and cumin to this recipe. It gives the curtido a really unique flavor.


mimo world
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This is my new favorite coleslaw recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Vector Brandon
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I made this curtido for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bright and tangy flavor.


C.M. Acharya
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cabbage and carrots, and it's a delicious and healthy side dish.