Pickled cauliflower resurgence: A tasty trend with health benefits

Pickled cauliflower is tasty and a healthy addition to the diet. Its health benefits make it a product worth consuming regularly. Thanks to its valuable vitamins, minerals, and probiotics, pickled cauliflower can help improve overall health, strengthen the immune system, and enhance the condition of the skin, hair, and nails.

Pickled cauliflower is rich in vitamins A, C, K, and E as well as folic acid, and it also contains a range of minerals such as iron, calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Due to its low glycemic index, it is an excellent addition to the diet of people dealing with diabetes and those who want to lose weight. Additionally, pickled cauliflower is recommended for people suffering from rheumatism and liver, stomach, and intestinal diseases.

One of the most essential features of pickled cauliflower is its probiotic effect. Probiotics support healthy gut flora, leading to better digestion and a more robust immune system. Moreover, regular consumption of cauliflower can positively impact the skin, hair, and nails.

Ingredients:

• 1 cauliflower
• 1 litre of water
• a small piece of horseradish root
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 bay leaves
• 5 peppercorns
• 3 allspice berries

Preparation:         

1. Clean the cauliflower and divide it into florets.
2. Boil the water with salt. Stir the mixture until the salt dissolves. Set aside the brine to cool.
3. Arrange the cauliflower florets, garlic cloves, horseradish root, and spices in jars.
4. Pour the cooled brine over everything, making sure the ingredients are submerged in the brine.
5. Cover the jar with cheesecloth and press down with a plate.
6. Set everything aside for a few days (you can leave the jar on the kitchen counter). After about 3-4 days, the pickled cauliflower should be ready.