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Before you cook that cabbage, studies suggest you wash it before beginning to cook it. Read the following for tips on how to clean cabbage.

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    Clean with water. Taking your cabbage, place it underneath the running water.[1] Using your hands or a vegetable scrubber, gently start scrubbing the cabbage. Make sure to leave no space uncleaned. Also make sure not to miss cleaning the inside as well. Sometimes dirt can be hidden deep within so make sure to be thorough. When finished cleaning, pat down dry with a paper towel.[2]

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    Don't use cleaning detergents with added scents. For general use in the kitchen, avoid using cleaning detergents with added scents. They can leave an unwanted taste on the food or contaminant the food. Also a tip to bear in mind is not to use scented detergents with cooking utensils as well.[3]

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    Douse the cabbage in vinegar water, if desired. An old trick to use is to leave the cabbage lightly doused in vinegar water for a couple of minutes before proceeding to wash the cabbage with water. Usually between two or four minutes. Vinegar kills some types of bacteria and helps killing mold and mildew that could have grown on the cabbage.[4]

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    I picked a head of cabbage from my garden, doused it with vinegar, and while I was rinsing it off, it split in half. Why would this happen?

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    You might have handled it roughly. If there are rotting/black parts, that's a reason, too.

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    Do I leave the large outside leaves on the cabbage to cook?

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    If they aren't too dirty, browned, ripped up, or spotted, yes.

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    Do I separate each cabbage leaf?

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    You don't have to. Just chop it up to use!

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      • Use clean surfaces and clean utensils when prepping or cooking.[5]

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      • Use hot water when washing the vegetable to kill bacteria and get dirt off easily.

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      • Avoid eye contact with vinegar.

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      • Use good cleaning practices in all your cooking.[6]

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      • Running water
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      Why wash cabbage with vinegar? ›

      Adding vinegar to the water (1/2 cup distilled white vinegar per 1 cup water), followed by a clean water rinse, has been shown to reduce bacterial contamination but may affect texture and taste. After washing, blot dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.

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      How do you remove germs from cabbage? ›

      The right way to wash cabbage is by removing the upper two layers, cutting it finely and dipping it in water with some vinegar for a few minutes. Rinse the cabbage with clean water post this.

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      Do you need to wash the inside of a cabbage? ›

      Even though the inside of cabbage is usually clean since the outer leaves protect it, you still may want to clean it. Remove the thick fibrous outer leaves and cut the cabbage into pieces and then wash under running water.

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      Can I use baking soda to clean cabbage? ›

      All produce, from leafy greens or fresh herbs to firm fruits and veggies, should be washed before eating. Use baking soda and cold water when washing produce to help remove chemical residue and dirt.

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      Is it good to wash cabbage with salt? ›

      Place salted cabbage in a colander over a bowl for 1 to 2 hours. The salt pulls moisture out of the cabbage, seasons it, and leaves you with a super-crunchy texture that isn't raw or tough-tasting. Rinse! Rinse well to purge the salt.

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      Why do you soak cabbage before cooking? ›

      Crisp it up: Shredded cabbage stays perky if it's soaked in cold water. This also helps cut the pungent edge. Drain well before combining with other ingredients.

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