Crispy Cabbage “Rape” and Open Sandwich
Using Up Leftover Cabbage: How to Make a Refreshing and Easy Cabbage “Rape” and a Satisfying Open Sandwich
Cabbage is truly a culinary phoenix, repeatedly reviving itself in the refrigerator! With an endless supply of cabbage, I decided to make ‘Cabbage Rape’ today. Inspired by the deliciousness of carrot rape, I substituted carrots with cabbage. This recipe requires no cooking, just finely shredded cabbage mixed with a zesty dressing – simple, quick, and incredibly refreshing. For breakfast, toast a slice of bread, top it generously with the cabbage rape for an open-faced sandwich that perfectly balances vegetables and carbohydrates. Add a fried egg for a boost of protein! This convenient and zesty cabbage rape piled high on toast makes a single slice incredibly filling. The crisp cabbage combined with the olive oil and mustard dressing creates a truly healthy and delicious sandwich. It’s best to make rape fresh as needed rather than storing it for too long. For an even more visually appealing and flavorful twist, consider mixing it with carrots to create a ‘Carrot Cabbage Rape’ next time!
Cabbage Rape Ingredients- 300g cabbage (approx. 1/4 to 1/5 of a head)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp whole grain mustard
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp honey (standard teaspoon, not measuring spoon)
- 0.5 tsp salt (standard teaspoon)
- Pinch of black pepper
For Sanitizing Cabbage- 1L water
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
For Cabbage Rape Open Sandwich- 2 slices bread
- Cream sauce (to taste)
- Jam (to taste)
- 1L water
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
For Cabbage Rape Open Sandwich- 2 slices bread
- Cream sauce (to taste)
- Jam (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut off the four sides of the cabbage core. This makes it easier to separate the leaves.
Step 2
About a quarter to a fifth of a cabbage head (roughly 1/4 to 1/5 of the whole) weighs around 300g. This is the perfect amount for your rape.
Step 3
Separate the cabbage leaves and soak them in water mixed with 2 tablespoons of vinegar for about 10 minutes to sanitize them. This ensures they are safe and clean to eat.
Step 4
Rinse the sanitized cabbage leaves thoroughly under running water. Then, drain them well in a colander. Properly draining the water is key to preventing the rape from becoming watery or bland.
Step 5
Prepare all the ingredients for the cabbage rape dressing: olive oil, lemon juice, whole grain mustard, sugar, honey, salt, and pepper.
Step 6
In a small bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients and whisk them together until well blended. If you’re using whole grain mustard, adding a little extra honey can help balance the sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. If you’re using honey mustard instead of whole grain, you can omit the honey.
Step 7
Trim the tough, thick core from the cabbage leaves by slicing it thinly. This improves both the texture and flavor of the rape.
Step 8
Now, finely shred the cabbage. The thinner you can slice it, the better the dressing will penetrate and the more flavorful the rape will be.
Step 9
Place the finely shredded cabbage into a large mixing bowl.
Step 10
Pour the prepared refreshing dressing over the shredded cabbage.
Step 11
Gently toss the cabbage with the dressing using your hands until everything is well combined. Ensure the dressing coats all the cabbage strands evenly.
Step 12
Lightly toast the slices of bread in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown. The crispy texture complements the fresh cabbage rape wonderfully.
Step 13
Spread your desired amount of creamy sauce or sweet jam onto the toasted bread.
Step 14
Finally, generously pile the prepared cabbage rape onto the dressed toast. Your delicious Cabbage Rape Open Sandwich is now ready to enjoy!
