Description
Cabbage stir fry is a vibrant, quick dish that combines crunchy cabbage with colorful vegetables, creating a delightful medley of flavors and textures. This easy-to-make recipe takes just under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. Whether enjoyed as a wholesome side or a stand-alone meal with protein, this adaptable stir fry invites creativity, allowing you to customize based on what’s in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Optional: 1 cup firm tofu or cooked chicken, diced
Instructions
- Prep all vegetables by washing and chopping them into uniform sizes.
- Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add sesame oil and let it shimmer; then sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add cabbage, bell peppers, and carrots to the wok; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened but still crunchy.
- Drizzle soy sauce over the veggies while stirring continuously. If using protein, add it now and cook until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg