Description
Cabbage stir-fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together fresh ingredients in a quick, easy-to-make meal. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this colorful medley of shredded cabbage, sweet bell peppers, crunchy carrots, and aromatic garlic all tossed together in a savory soy sauce and sesame oil blend. This versatile recipe invites creativity: feel free to add your favorite proteins like chicken or tofu, or mix in seasonal vegetables for an extra nutritional boost. Plus, it?s budget-friendly and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. With its delicious flavors and satisfying crunch, this cabbage stir-fry is sure to become a go-to recipe for anyone seeking a healthy yet fulfilling meal option.
Ingredients
- ? medium green cabbage, shredded
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by shredding the cabbage and slicing the bell peppers, carrot, onion, and mincing the garlic.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sliced onion; saut? for about one minute until fragrant.
- Toss in shredded cabbage, bell peppers, and carrots; stir-fry for about five minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in soy sauce while stirring constantly; cook for an additional two minutes to combine flavors.
- Remove from heat and drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry; toss again before serving.
Notes
For a heartier meal, consider adding cooked chicken or tofu during Step Four.
Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like snap peas or broccoli for added nutrition.
Store leftovers in an airtight container; they’ll keep well in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg