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Asian Cabbage Stir Fry

Quick Asian Cabbage Stir Fry: A Delicious 20-Minute Meal

This Asian Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and customizable dish that can be made in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Can use canola or sunflower oil
  • 1 medium onion Sliced; substitute with shallots if desired
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced; fresh is ideal
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Grated; can use ground ginger as a substitute
  • 1 head green cabbage Shredded; can substitute with kale or bok choy
  • 2 medium carrots Julienned; substitute with zucchini if preferred
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Sliced; can use any color bell pepper
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Tamari or coconut aminos are gluten-free options
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil Olive oil can be used if sesame oil is unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used as alternatives
  • to taste red pepper flakes Adjust according to spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons green onions Chopped; to garnish
  • optional sesame seeds Can be omitted or substituted with crushed nuts

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • knife
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Sauté 1 sliced onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger for 30 seconds.
  4. Incorporate shredded green cabbage, julienned carrots, and sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Whisk together 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and red pepper flakes in a separate bowl.
  6. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and toss. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 2 chopped green onions. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For high heat, keep the skillet hot throughout cooking to maintain crisp vegetables. Consider adding proteins for a heartier dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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