Very crispy pickled cabbage with carrots

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity flavor while being healthier.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener that can enhance flavor.

black peppercorns

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground black pepper

White pepper offers a milder taste.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Dried oregano can provide a different but pleasant flavor.

Shred cabbage and carrots into thin strips.

Chop onion and garlic.

In a separate pot, heat oil, vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and sugar until dissolved.

Remove from heat and stir in black pepper, turmeric, and coriander.

Pour the brine over the cabbage, carrots, onion, and garlic mixture.

Mix thoroughly to ensure vegetables are coated.

Pack the mixture into a clean jar, pressing down to remove air bubbles.

Seal the jar tightly and let it sit at room temperature for 2-3 days.

Refrigerate after 2-3 days to slow fermentation.

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