Savoy cabbage is available in stores almost all year round. The leaves of the dark green heads are not as hard as those of white or red cabbage and have a gentler aroma. This makes savoy cabbage a multi-talent: it is ideal for side dishes and stews, tastes great as cabbage rolls and enriches smoothies thanks to its high vitamin content.
How do you wash savoy cabbage correctly?
To wash savoy cabbage thoroughly, you should first remove the stalk, cut up the leaves and then rinse them in cold water. If you have bugs, take a bath in s alt water, followed by a thorough shower under running water.
Cleaning savoy cabbage
You must clean the savoy cabbage before washing:
- Cut off the outer leaves close to the stem.
- Halve and quarter the cabbage using a large, sharp knife. To do this, place your head on a non-slip board.
- Cut out the hard stalk in a wedge shape.
- Cut the leaves into wider or narrow strips depending on your intended use.
Wash savoy cabbage
Due to the structure of the leaves, grains of sand and small tenants tend to collect here. That's why it's important to wash the savoy cabbage very thoroughly before eating:
- Put cold water in the sink.
- Put in cut leaves and move everything with your hands.
- Remove and place in a sieve.
- Repeat the process until there are no more soil residues on the vegetables.
If there are bugs hiding in the savoy cabbage, clean the cabbage in cold s alt water:
- Fill the sink with water and add one to two teaspoons of s alt.
- Stir with your hands until all crystals have dissolved.
- Put in the savoy cabbage and let it sit in the s alt water for five to ten minutes.
- Lift out the savoy cabbage with your hands and place it in a sieve.
- Drain the water and rinse the vegetables thoroughly under running water.
Tip
Thank God the days when you could smell cabbage throughout the house are over. Simply add a few drops of vinegar to the cooking water, this will bind the smell.
