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Athenian Cabbage

  Serves 6
     
 
This was a popular recipe among the ancient Greeks and Romans. Originally from a book by 4th century BC physician, Mnesithus, it was thought to cure headaches and soothe upset stomachs.
1 small white (drumhead) cabbage 2 heaped tsp fresh cilantro (coriander)
2 tsp chopped rue (fresh or dried) 2 pinches asafoetida powder
Salt
Honey Vinegar:
1/2 cup (4 oz) honey 2 tbl red wine vinegar
Make the honey vinegar. Bring the honey to the boil until it foams, then skim it before adding the vinegar. Allow it to reduce a little and set aside.

Quarter and core the cabbage. Finely slice it then wash and drain.

Toss with the herbs and 3 tbl of honey vinegar. Sprinkle with the asafoetida powder and a little salt. Serve.

Note: Asafoetida powder can be bought at health food stores, or at Indian food shops where it's usually called "hing."
 
       
 
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