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Encurtido Salvadoreño (Salvadoran Pickled Cabbage)

This simple cabbage salad adds a refreshing, tangy element to your Pupusas Revueltas.

Recipe Source: Delicious Heart Healthy Latino Recipes
Prep time Cook time Yields Serving Size
15 minutes 10 minutes 8 servings ½ C

Ingredients

1 medium head cabbage, chopped

2 small carrots, grated

1 small onion, sliced

½ tsp dried red pepper flakes (optional)

½ tsp oregano

1 tsp olive oil

1 tsp salt

1 tsp brown sugar

¼ C vinegar

½ C water

calories 41
Total fat 1 g
Saturated fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 293 mg
Total fiber 2 g
Protein 2 g
Carbohydrates 7 g
Potassium 325 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Directions

  • 1
    Blanch the chopped cabbage in boiling water for 1 minute. Discard the water.

  • 2
    Place the cabbage in a large bowl and add the grated carrots, sliced onion, red pepper flakes, oregano, olive oil, salt, brown sugar, vinegar, and water.

  • 3
    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

  • 4
    Serve with Pupusas Revueltas or as a side for other dishes.

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