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Salting is sprinkling salt over a food. It helps draw out excess water before you continue the recipe. You'll also find it with sliced cucumbers, so they are crisp rather than soggy in a dressing or marinade.
Since I can't see the recipe, I can't say for sure, but sometimes I salt shredded raw cabbage and allow it to sit in a colander to remove some of the liquid from the cabbage and let it wilt a little. If you post a link to the recipe, we could answer more specifically.
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Salting is sprinkling salt over a food. It helps draw out excess water before you continue the recipe. You'll also find it with sliced cucumbers, so they are crisp rather than soggy in a dressing or marinade.
Generously salt the cabbage and drain in a colander for 3 hours. Rinse thoroughly and dry.