Foreword: Hot and sour cabbage is a home-cooked delicacy, and today I will teach you how to make this sour and spicy delicacy. With simple preparation and cooking steps, you can also enjoy the delicious taste of hot and sour cabbage at home.First of all, we want to prepare ourselves for making delicious spicy cabbage. The ingredients needed include fresh cabbage, chili powder, Sichuan pepper powder, ginger, garlic and other seasonings, as well as salt, sugar, white vinegar and light soy sauce. When buying cabbage, choose firm young leaves, wash them and cut them into palatable sizes.
It should be noted here that the size of the cabbage will affect the pickling time, so it is necessary to cut it according to personal preference. In addition, the use of fresh ingredients is the key to ensuring the taste and food safety of spicy cabbage.
Next, let's deal with the cabbage. Put the chopped cabbage into a large bowl, add an appropriate amount of salt, and gently knead to make the cabbage water soft. This step is important because the salt helps the cabbage absorb the flavor of the spice better.
Then, blanch the cabbage in water, remove it and drain itPlace in a prepared container for later use. The blanching process removes the raw flavor of the cabbage and makes it more delicious. Next, we have to make the spices. Take a small bowlAdd an appropriate amount of chili powder, Sichuan pepper powder, minced ginger, minced garlic, add salt, sugar, white vinegar and light soy sauce, and stir well to make a spicy and delicious hot sauce.
Of course, you can increase or decrease the amount of seasoning according to your taste preferences. In addition, you can also add other seasonings such as sesame seeds, chopped green onions, etc., according to personal preference, to increase the texture and flavor.
Now, we can start pickling spicy cabbage. Place the blanched cabbage in a large bowl and spread the freshly made hot sauce evenly, making sure that each slice of cabbage is fully contaminated with the seasoning. Then, place the spicy cabbage in an airtight container and marinate for about 24 hours to allow the cabbage to fully absorb the flavor of the hot sauce. Sealed marinating can prevent the entry of bacteria from the outside world and ensure food safety.
Once the pickling is complete, the spicy cabbage is ready to eat. You can put the pickled spicy cabbage in the crisper and take it out at any time to eat. Spicy cabbage can be eaten on its own or combined with other ingredients such as meat, tofu, etc., to create a rich and varied dish.
In addition, in the process of pickling spicy cabbage, you can stir it at the right time to make the cabbage more flavorful. If you prefer a spicier taste, you can increase the amount of chili powder appropriately. When eating, you can also add seasonings such as chopped green onions and coriander to add more flavor. Spicy cabbage is simple to make, has a delicious taste, and is a good choice on the family table.
Extended content: Hot and sour cabbage is a very appetizing side dish that is not only delicious but also rich in nutrients such as vitamin C and fiber. Moderate consumption of hot and sour cabbage helps to promote digestion, increase appetite, and also has the effect of clearing heat and relieving heat, dispelling dampness and detoxifying.
In addition, hot and sour cabbage can also be used as a hot pot base or side dish to add texture and flavor to the dish. In China, the production methods and tastes of spicy cabbage are also rich and colorful due to regional differences, such as Northeast spicy cabbage, Sichuan kimchi, etc., each with its own characteristics. Learning to make spicy cabbage can not only enrich the table, but also experience the charm of traditional food culture.
Back to the making process, spread the mixed hot sauce evenly over the cabbage so that each slice can absorb the flavor of the hot sauce. Then,Place the cabbage coated with the hot sauce into an airtight container and gently pat it a few times to allow the cabbage to fully blend with the hot sauce. Finally, place the sealed container in the refrigerator and let it sit for a while to make the cabbage more flavorful.
After being refrigerated for a while, the sour and spicy cabbage is ready to eat. You can feel the crisp and sour taste of the cabbage in every bite, and the aftertaste is endless. Not only can it be eaten as a side dish or side dish, but it can also be eaten with pasta and rice to add layers of texture.
Conclusion: The production of hot and sour cabbage is very simple and can be completed in just a few steps. By learning to make hot and sour cabbage, you can not only enjoy the food, but also practice your cooking skills and improve your cooking skills. Try it out and surprise your family and friends!