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20 Minute Asian Cabbage Stir Fry

20 Minute Asian Cabbage Stir Fry for a Quick, Healthy Dinner

This 20 Minute Asian Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, vibrant, and healthy dinner option, packed with fresh veggies and bold flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil neutral oil like canola or sunflower is best
  • 1 onion yellow, white, or red
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 inch ginger freshly grated or ground
For the Veggies
  • 4 cups green cabbage shredded; may substitute with kale or bok choy
  • 1 cup carrots julienned; shredded can speed prep time
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced; may substitute with yellow or orange
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil omit for lower fat
  • 1 teaspoon sugar consider honey or agave
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
For the Finishing Touches
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • sesame seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the thinly sliced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent and softened.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 inch of freshly grated ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Add 4 cups of shredded cabbage, 1 cup of julienned carrots, and 1 sliced red bell pepper to the skillet, stir-frying for 5-7 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
  6. Pour the sauce over the stir-fried vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 3 chopped green onions and optionally sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months, reheating in a skillet or microwave.

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