cabbage stir fry
This quick and easy cabbage stir fry is a flavorful and healthy dish that can be made in just under 30 minutes. Packed with fresh vegetables and a savory sauce, it’s perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
Equipment
- 1 Wok or large frying pan
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced about 1 medium head
- 1 cup bell pepper, sliced 1 medium pepper
- 1 cup carrot, julienned 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by washing and slicing them accordingly.
- Heat olive oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add onions to the hot oil and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they start to become translucent.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and carrots, and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the mixture, stirring well to combine all the ingredients.
- Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, tossing the vegetables to coat them evenly.
- Continue to stir-fry for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender but still crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
You can add protein such as tofu, chicken, or shrimp to the stir fry for a heartier meal.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, or mushrooms.
Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.