Curtido Guatemalteco: La Guarnición Tradicional de Cuaresma

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity flavor while being slightly healthier.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: green chili

Bell pepper provides crunch without heat, while green chili is more affordable.

Shred cabbage and carrots finely.

Slice onion and jalapeño into thin rings.

Combine cabbage, carrots, onion, and jalapeño in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, mix vinegar, water, salt, and sugar until dissolved.

Add oregano and peppercorns to the vinegar mixture.

Pour the vinegar mixture over the vegetable mixture.

Toss to coat the vegetables evenly in the brine.

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

Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

For best flavor, allow to marinate for 3-5 days.

Cooking Techniques

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