Curtido (Pickled Cabbage, Onions, and Carrots)

Curtido is a must when serving pupusas, crispy fried yuca and pork, or empanadas. The sour-pickled flavor of the cabbage, onions, and carrots is a perfect complement to savory foods.

1. In a large ceramic bowl or glass jar with a lid, combine the cabbage, carrots, onion, vinegar, oregano, salt, peppercorn,s and chili flakes, if using.  Stir to combine.

   Cover tightly with lid or plastic wrap. Marinate overnight before serving. Curtido can be stored in the refrigerator up to 5 days.