Bunicele noastre știau secretul! Ce puneau în butoiul cu varză pentru o saramură perfectă și căpățâni crocante • Newsweek România

Traditional methods for pickling cabbage include using dried corn cobs to maintain firmness and quality. This technique, passed down through generations, involves placing the cobs in the barrel with the cabbage. While this trick is helpful, it does not replace essential pickling rules such as proper salinity, hygiene, and fermentation temperature. During fermentation, the brine may become cloudy and foam may form, which is normal and can be skimmed off. Regular checks on the cabbage's appearance and smell are crucial to ensure it remains safe for consumption.