Mi Abuela’s Curtida

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 4

Traditional Salvadorian Curtido with a twist

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

N/A

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.3g

Mi Abuela's Curtida is a traditional Salvadorian condiment that is perfect alongside any meal. This recipe provides a twist on the traditional recipe. It includes chopped roma tomatoes in addition to the red onions. Curtido has been served in El Salvador for centuries. It can be presented as a side dish, or it can be added to a sandwich or cracker. The combination of red onions, roma tomatoes, cilantro, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper, transforms ordinary veggies into a unique, tangy side dish filled with nutritional benefits.

Instructions

1.	Start by thinly slicing the red onions and dicing the roma tomatoes.
2.	In a separate bowl, mix together the cilantro, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3.	Add the sliced onions and diced tomatoes to the bowl, stir to combine.
4.	Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour.
5.	Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe offers a twist on the traditional Salvadorian curtido by adding diced roma tomatoes.

Curtido is a naturally vegan and gluten-free food option.

CONS

The sugar content of this dish may be too high for those on a strict diet as one tablespoon of sugar is used.

Some individuals may find the taste of raw onions too overpowering.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Curtido contains plenty of nutrients which include fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants.
It helps support gut health, lower inflammation and reduces the risk of chronic disease.

	1 red onion , thinly sliced
	3 roma ( plum ) tomatoes , diced
	3 tablespoons cilantro
	3 tablespoons white vinegar
	1 tablespoon sugar
	1 teaspoon pepper
	1 pinch salt