Cabbage Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds of cabbage
6 cups, 1 medium head
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or coconut oil
- 1-2 leeks
about 2 cups, cleaned and chopped in 1/2 rings
- 1 heaping tablespoon ginger
minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic cloves
minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari
please adjust amount to your preference and ingredient choice
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 green onions
minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
chopped
Directions
- 1
In a well-heated hot wok or skillet, stir fry cabbage without oil for 3-5 minutes until some edges are lightly charred.
- 2
Push cabbage to the edges of the wok. Add avocado oil, leeks, ginger, and garlic sautéing in the center of the wok for 1-2 minutes until leeks are wilted. Add salt and sesame oil, soy sauce, mirin, and rice vinegar.
- 3
Stir all together, until everything is heated through. Add green onions and cilantro.
- 4
Serve over rice, buckwheat soba or rice noodles.
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, savory dish that’s both simple to make and packed with goodness? This Cabbage Stir Fry is your answer, transforming humble cabbage into a flavorful side or a hearty topping for your favorite grains in just 30 minutes. It's a testament to how incredible everyday ingredients can be.
What makes this Cabbage Stir Fry truly shine is its clever use of aromatic ingredients like fresh ginger and garlic, combined with the deep umami of soy sauce, mirin, and bright rice vinegar. This symphony of flavors elevates simple cabbage, making it a surprisingly luscious and satisfying dish that comes together quickly. The addition of leeks also provides a delicate sweetness that balances the savory notes.
Prepare for a delightful dance of textures and tastes. You'll experience the tender yet slightly crisp bite of stir-fried cabbage, beautifully complemented by the soft, sweet notes of leeks and the aromatic warmth of fresh ginger and garlic. The rich, savory sauce, infused with fragrant toasted sesame oil, creates an incredibly satisfying depth, making this simple stir fry feel anything but ordinary. It’s a dish that highlights the natural goodness of cabbage, celebrating its health benefits and versatility.
This versatile stir fry welcomes your personal touch. While the recipe calls for avocado or coconut oil, you can use your favorite high-heat cooking oil. For a gluten-free option, be sure to use tamari instead of soy sauce. Feel free to incorporate extra vegetables like shredded carrots or bell peppers, or add a protein like shrimp or pan-fried tofu for a heartier meal.
Perfect as a nourishing side dish alongside grilled chicken or fish, this Cabbage Stir Fry also shines as a flavorful topping for steamed rice or delicate buckwheat soba noodles. It’s ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a light, healthy lunch.