Description
Asian Cabbage Stir Fry is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together fresh vegetables in a quick and easy recipe. This flavorful medley features crisp cabbage, colorful bell peppers, and crunchy carrots, all sautéed with fragrant garlic and ginger. Tossed in savory soy sauce and finished with toasted sesame seeds, this stir fry transforms any weeknight dinner into a delightful feast. Perfect as a side or main dish, it’s not only delicious but also adaptable to your pantry’s offerings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop the cabbage into thin strips, julienne the carrots, and slice the bell peppers.
- Sauté garlic and ginger: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Add cabbage and carrots: Toss in chopped cabbage and carrots; stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they soften while retaining some crunch.
- Mix in bell peppers and soy sauce: Add bell peppers along with soy sauce; stir until well-coated and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Finish with sesame seeds: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg