Cabbage Salad Middle East Palestine Food

MIDDLE EASTERN SAVOY CABBAGE SALAD

Steps:

• Soak the onion in cold water to mellow it, about 20 minutes. Drain.
• In an 8-inch skillet, heat the oil, cumin, and coriander over medium-low heat until the spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes. Let cool completely.
• Add the lemon juice and zest, honey, and 1/2 tsp. salt to the spices in the pan and stir to combine. With a silicone spatula, fold in the yogurt until well combined.
• Put the cabbage, carrots, mint, and onion in a large serving bowl. Toss the salad with about two-thirds of the dressing. Let sit for about 10 minutes to soften the cabbage. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the salad. Grind some black pepper over the top and then drizzle with more dressing to taste. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, and serve.

SPICY CABBAGE SALAD

Steps:

• In a blender or mini chop, combine the chipotles, adobo sauce, crema, oil, lemon juice, honey and salt and puree. Set aside
• Cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Using a knife or mandolin, shred the cabbage into thin strips. Place in a large bowl, add the shredded carrots and mix. Add the chipotle dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

CABBAGE SALAD (MIDDLE EAST, PALESTINE)

Steps:

• Discard the tough stems. Pile 3 leaves together and roll tightly and chop into thin strips. Place in boiling water for 1 minute.
• Drain, cool, and mix with the rest of the ingredients and garnish with red radish if desired.
• Note: when using raw cabbage, marinate in oil and lemon juice overnight.

FRESH CABBAGE SALAD

Steps:

• In a bowl whisk together the vinegar, oil, Dijon, sugar, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• In another bowl, toss the cabbage, carrot, red pepper, red onion, and chives together lightly.
• Drizzle the salad with the vinaigrette, and toss to coat.