Curtido Salvadoreño (Cabbage Salad)

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Curtido Salvadoreño (Cabbage Salad).

• 1 head cabbage, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1 small onion, sliced
• red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 1/2 cup water

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Blanch the cabbage with boiling water for 1 minute. Discard the water.
3. Place the cabbage in a large bowl and add grated carrots, sliced onion, red pepper, oregano, olive oil, salt, brown sugar, vinegar, and water.
4. Place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.