Quick Pickled Cabbage For Tacos

Last Updated on November 10, 2022 by admins

Are you looking for a recipe for Quick Pickled Cabbage For Tacos? If so, we got you. If not, stick around so you can reap the benefits of this bangin’ recipe and the hardcore benefits of eating red cabbage! 

There are loads of creative ways to invigorate your Taco Tuesday night. From testing out your spice level by adding a little spice like a new hot sauce or a ghost pepper—you crazy!—to your tacos, then you’ve come to the right place…though this recipe is on the less spicy end of taco additions, yet just as delicious and flavorful!

Get a taste of our favorite Quick Pickled Cabbage For Tacos, but first read all the crazy benefits that come from eating red cabbage, who knew we were reaping the benefits?!

The Benefits Of Red (Or Purple) Cabbage

Nutrient-Dense Plant-Power Veggie

Red, or commonly referred to as “purple”, cabbage is a nutrient-dense vegetable rich in nutrients and low in calories.

Only one cup of purple cabbage contains:

• Riboflavin (5% DV)
• Thiamine (5% DV)
• Vitamin K (28% DV)
• Potassium (5% DV)
• Vitamin B6 (11% DV)
• Vitamin A (6% DV)

How impressive is that?! Very, if you were wondering that the answer to that question. Red cabbage is a powerful plant-powered food also containing other nutrients, in lesser amounts, like magnesium, zinc, iron, copper, calcium, and phosphorus. It’s no wonder red cabbage has so many powerful health benefits linked to its consumption!

Rich In Antioxidants And Other Plant Compounds

Purple, or red, cabbage, through studies, has been shown to contain 4.5x higher levels of antioxidants than its sibling, green cabbage, and other varieties, and is also known to provide the greatest levels of antioxidants per unit cost. 

The antioxidants and other plant compounds in red cabbage, like sulforaphane, fight against free radicals that cause cancer and cellular damage. Other powerful antioxidants founds in red cabbage include flavonoid antioxidants, vitamin C, and carotenoids

Anti-Inflammatory Food

In a study, it was discovered that red cabbage notably reduced signs of inflammation, providing its abilities as a nutritious food. It is believed that its content of sulforaphane is the reason for this ability, as this plant compound has been linked to its anti-inflammatory properties in other cruciferous vegetables, like red cabbage.

Cancer Fighter

Due to its content of anthocyanins and sulforaphane, red cabbage is a notorious cancer fighter. These nutrients fight against free radicals and cell damage, preventing the spread of cancerous cells and damage done by them. They fight and prevent oxidative damage, a protective barrier against different types of cancers.

Supports Gut Health

The fiber in red cabbage is a prebiotic, aiding as a healthy source for the good bacteria living in the gut. Red cabbage also contains isothiocyanates that have been shown to promote and encourage gut bacteria to create short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that work to strengthen the gut’s health. 

Supports Heart Health

A study proved that red cabbage did in fact improve cardiovascular health by playing an essential role in its improvement. It was found that those who ate a diet rich in red cabbage, or foods similar to them, were shown to have a decreased risk of heart-related diseases and death factors. 

Anti-Aging Benefits

Red cabbage’s rich content of antioxidants also fights against damage to cells that increase signs of aging. The anti-aging benefits of consuming red cabbage have been proven by improvements in reducing wrinkles, reducing age spots, increasing elasticity and tightness of the skin, and improving skin health.

The important nutrient, vitamin A, in red cabbage is a well-renowned anti-aging tool. It protects the skin against damage from the sun, improves the regeneration of skin cells, improves skin health, and improves the elasticity of the skin. 

What You Will Need To Make Quick Pickled Cabbage For Tacos (With An Asian-Inspired Twist)

You need to try this recipe for Quick Pickled Cabbage with your next batch of tacos! It’s one of our favorites, made with an inspiring Asian-inspired twist with rice wine vinegar instead of red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar (which you can totally use instead if that suits your fancy!). This recipe goes with any taco combination, so give it a try first before you pass it up! 

Ingredients:

• ½ Cup Water
• ½ Cup Rice Vinegar (Mirin)
• ¼ Red Cabbage (Of A Whole)
• 1 Tablespoon Sugar
• 1 Teaspoon Pink Himalayan Salt
• 2-3 Garlic Cloves (Chopped)

Equipment:

• Cutting Board
• Chef’s Knife (Or Mandolin)
• Measuring Cup
• Measuring Utensils
• Mason Jar (Sealable)

Step By Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare The Red Cabbage

The first step in making quick homemade pickled cabbage is, with a knife, removing the core of the red cabbage.

Step 2: Shred The Red Cabbage

Now, using either a Chef’s knife or a mandolin, shred the red cabbage until you get about ¼ cup.

Step 3: Combine All The Ingredients In A Mason Jar

In a mason jar, combine all the ingredients. This should include shredded red cabbage, rice vinegar, water, sugar, pink Himalayan salt, and garlic cloves.

Step 4: Give It A Good Shake

Now that all of the ingredients are in one container, seal the jar and then give the mason jar, and its contents, a good shake to mix up all of the ingredients to combine together.

Step 5: Pickle Time

The ingredients in the mason jar should have been fully combined together into one pickled mixture. Now, set the mason jar aside on the counter and let it sit to pickle for anywhere from 2-6 hours.

Step 6: Enjoy!

Serve this Quick Pickled Cabbage For Tacos Recipe with any of your favorite taco recipes and enjoy! 

Tips and Tricks

To make the process of the red cabbage pickle faster, boil the water first and then combine it with the other ingredients. 

Servings And Preparation Time

Preparation Time	Cook Time	Servings
8-10 Minutes	5 Minutes	6

Conclusion

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