Mukhmer El Malfouf (Fermented Cabbage)

Directions

  1. 1Cut the white cabbage into slices.
  2. 2Place the white cabbage slices in a bowl.
  3. 3Cut the red cabbage into slices.
  4. 4Add the red cabbage slices to the bowl.
  5. 5Add three tablespoons of sea salt.
  6. 6Mix together very well to release all the water inside the cabbage.
  7. 7Place the mixed cabbage in a jar.
  8. 8Put them down.
  9. 9Add the released water from the bowl to the jar.
  10. 10Cover with the lid.

Ingredients

  • red cabbage
  • white cabbage
  • 3 tablespoons sea salt

Equipment

knifecutting boardbowljar

Tips

  • Leave for a period of two weeks outside the refrigerator, inside a closet.
  • Every day, compress the cabbage so that the water stays above the cabbage.