🥬 Savory Cabbage & Vegetable Stir-Fry..
📝 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
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4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
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1 medium carrot, julienned or grated
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1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
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1 small onion, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, minced (optional but recommended)
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2 tbsp oil (vegetable, sesame, or olive oil)
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2 tbsp soy sauce (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp vinegar (rice or white)
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp chili flakes (optional) 🌶️
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1 tsp sugar or honey (optional, balances flavor)
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2 tbsp green onions, chopped (for garnish)
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Sesame seeds (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add carrots and bell pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
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Add cabbage and toss well. Stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until just wilted but still crisp.
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Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper, chili flakes, and sugar/honey.
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Toss everything together and cook another 1–2 minutes.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot 🔥
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Serve as a side dish
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Pair with rice or noodles 🍚🍜
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Add chicken, shrimp, tofu, or eggs for a full meal
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this low-carb?
A: Yes! It’s already low in carbs. Just skip sugar/honey.
Q: How do I keep cabbage from getting soggy?
A: Cook on high heat and don’t overcrowd the pan.
Q: Can I add protein?
A: Absolutely — chicken, beef strips, tofu, paneer, or shrimp all work great.
Q: How long does it store?
A: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Q: Can I make it spicy?
A: Add more chili flakes, fresh chilies, or chili sauce 🌶️