Lemon Pickled Cabbage

Name: Lemon Pickled Cabbage
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chinese cabbage; Red chili peppers; Sugar; White vinegar; Yellow lemon

March 23, 2025 10 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

150 kcal

Calories

Protein

35g

Carbohydrates

0.5g

Fat

Recipe Cold Dishes

This refreshing lemon pickled Chinese cabbage is a vibrant, tangy, and slightly spicy dish perfect for awakening your taste buds! Crisp Chinese cabbage is cut into diamond-shaped pieces, salted to remove excess water, then soaked in a zesty blend of red chili peppers, sugar, white vinegar, and fresh yellow lemon slices. The result? A bright, crunchy, and irresistibly appetizing side dish with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. The 12-hour soak allows the cabbage to absorb all the delicious notes of the chili-infused lemon brine, making every bite burst with freshness. Ideal as a palate cleanser or a light accompaniment to rich meals, this easy-to-make pickled vegetable dish is a must-try for lovers of bold, tangy flavors. Ready to serve in just a few simple steps—no cooking required!

Ingredients

Instructions

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Step 1

Cut the Chinese cabbage into diamond-shaped pieces and sprinkle with salt to drain excess water.

Step 2

Cut the red chili peppers into small segments, add a small amount of water to the pot, bring to a boil, then add sugar, white vinegar, and salt to the chili pepper water, and mix well. Add slices of yellow lemon.