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Delicious Chinese Cabbage Stir Fry with Garlic and Soy

This quick and flavorful Chinese cabbage stir fry transforms Napa cabbage into a restaurant-quality side dish in just 15 minutes, with the perfect balance of tender-crisp texture and savory Asian flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 65
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head of Chinese cabbage Napa cabbage, about 1.5 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions sliced diagonally
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional, for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes optional, for heat

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chinese cabbage by removing any damaged outer leaves. Cut the cabbage in half lengthwise, remove the core, and slice into 1-inch strips.
  2. Wash the cabbage thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels. Too much moisture will make your stir-fry soggy rather than crisp.
  3. Heat your wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the cooking surface.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Stir quickly for 10-15 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Add the sliced Chinese cabbage to the wok. Toss quickly to coat with the garlic and ginger. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  6. Pour in the soy sauce and Chinese rice wine, tossing to coat evenly. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the cabbage is tender-crisp.
  7. Remove the wok from heat and drizzle with sesame oil. Add the sliced green onions and toss to combine.
  8. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with sesame seeds if using, and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSodium: 270mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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