How to Shred Cabbage Without a Food Processor

Remove Any Damaged Leaves

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Give the head of cabbage a good rinse, and then peel off any dried-out, bruised, or otherwise damaged outer leaves.

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Trim the Stem

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Using a chef's knife, trim away the tough, fibrous, dried-out stem.

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Halve the Cabbage

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Set the head of cabbage on a cutting board stem-side down — the flat surface will keep it stable — and slice it in half.

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Quarter the Cabbage

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Cut each half in half. (Again, set the halved cabbage cut-side down for increased stability.)

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Trim Away the Core

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To remove the tough, fibrous core, make a diagonal cut at each quarter's base.

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Shred the Cabbage

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To shred the cabbage, set each quarter cut-side down and make equally spaced cuts crosswise (as thick or thin as you'd like). To shred the last part of the cabbage without slicing your fingers, turn it flat-side down and then slice it as before. Then, cut all of the shredded cabbage in half for shorter, more manageable bites.

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Use It!

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Now's the fun part: turning your shredded cabbage into a delicious dish. Try it braised or tossed in a sturdy slaw, or use it to bulk up and add crunch to noodle salads.

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