Making Kabis! South Sudan Cultural cookies for Christmas 🎄 #food #southsudanese #africanhome

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity flavor while being healthier.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Fresh herbs provide a vibrant taste, while dried spices are more affordable.

Shred cabbage and carrots into thin strips.

Crush garlic cloves and set aside.

Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and garlic in a large bowl.

Sprinkle salt over the mixture and massage until vegetables soften.

Add vinegar and water to the vegetable mixture, stirring to combine.

Incorporate spices and chili peppers to taste.

Transfer the mixture into a clean jar, pressing down to remove air pockets.

Seal the jar tightly and leave at room temperature for several days to ferment.

Check daily for taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Once fermented to your liking, refrigerate to halt fermentation.

Serve as a tangy side dish with meals.

Cooking Techniques

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