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Quick Pickled Young Cabbage

Young cabbage has a delicate texture and pickles quickly, retaining freshness and crunch. Perfect as a side dish or light salad.

Best in season: Spring
Time
30 min
Yield
4 jars
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
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Recipe at a glance

Quick pickled young cabbage is a crisp spring dish with a light sweet and tangy flavor.

Ingredients

What you will need

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Before you start

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  • young cabbage
    700–800 g
  • water
    500 ml
  • vinegar (9%)
    80 ml
  • salt
    1 tbsp
  • sugar
    1–2 tbsp
  • carrot
    1 piece
  • spices
    to taste
Step by step

How to make it

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Preparation path

This recipe has 5 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 30 min
1

Prepare the cabbage

Shred the cabbage and optionally add grated carrot.

2

Prepare the marinade

Bring water, salt, and sugar to a boil, then add vinegar.

3

Pour the marinade

Pour hot marinade over the cabbage and add spices.

4

Let it rest

Let rest for 4–6 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

5

Serve

Mix lightly before serving.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

How long should it marinate?

At least 4–6 hours, ideally overnight.

Can I skip the vinegar?

Yes, but the flavor will be less pronounced.

What to watch for

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Problems and solutions

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