Instructions

1. Cut, core and shred cabbage finely with a mandolin slicer or very sharp knife. Place cabbage in a large bowl.
2. Place water, vinegar, and sugar in a bowl and whisk together until the sugar is mostly dissolved. Stir in the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
3. Pour brine over the cabbage. I find it’s easiest to do this in a big bowl. Then transfer cabbage to a glass jar(s) with a tight cover and let sit on the counter for 4-6 hours before transferring cabbage to the fridge to chill.
4. Pickled cabbage is delicious on tacos, in a sandwich and I love it as a side to scrambled eggs!