How to Make Red Pepper and Cabbage Pickle - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red pepper and cabbage pickle is a delicious and tangy side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses. This easy-to-make pickle is bursting with flavor and provides the perfect crunch to complement any meal. It's a great way to use up extra red peppers and cabbage and preserve them for later use.

This recipe yields a vibrant and colorful pickle that is sure to brighten up any table. The combination of sweet and spicy red peppers with the crunch of cabbage creates a deli...

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Ingredients

  • 2 heads cabbage, finely shredded
  • 3 tablespoons salt
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 cups vinegar
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon celery seed
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 10 onions, chopped
  • 10 sweet red peppers, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 10 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 6 to 8 quart jars

  • Place cabbage in a large non-reactive bowl or plastic food-safe bucket. Sprinkle salt over cabbage and toss to combine. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid. Let soak in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Squeeze out liquid from the cabbage; drain.
  • Combine water, vinegar, sugar, oil, turmeric, celery seed, and mustard seeds in a large pot; bring to a boil. Stir in drained cabbage, onions, and red pepper. Bring back up to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until onions are very tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Sterilize 6 quart jars and lids in boiling water for 5 minutes. Pack cabbage mixture into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1 inch of the top. Run a clean knife around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large pot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to cover jars by 1 inch. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the pot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
  • Nutrition

    106 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 449mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 53mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 212mg