Description
Asian Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish with crisp-tender cabbage tossed in a savory, umami-rich sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect as a side or a main dish with added protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes or chili paste (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (vegetable or avocado oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients – Shred the cabbage, julienne the carrot, slice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
- Heat the Pan – In a large skillet or wok, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the Aromatics – Add garlic and ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Vegetables – Add onion, carrot, and cabbage. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Add the Sauce – Pour in soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and oyster sauce (if using). Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Enhance the Flavor – Add red pepper flakes or chili paste for heat, if desired.
- Finish & Serve – Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately as a side or over rice.
Notes
- Add Protein – Mix in tofu, chicken, shrimp, or beef for a hearty meal.
- Extra Veggies – Include bell peppers, mushrooms, or bok choy.
- Low-Carb Option – Serve with cauliflower rice.
- Soy-Free – Substitute coconut aminos for soy sauce.
- Gluten-Free – Use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, main course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: asian
Keywords: cabbage stir fry, easy Asian stir fry, healthy vegetable stir fry, quick cabbage recipe, vegan stir fry recipe