Indonesian Style Stir Fried Cabbage
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and aromatic Indonesian-Style Stir-Fried Cabbage! This quick and easy recipe features tender yet crisp shreds of green cabbage, infused with the bold flavors of garlic, shallots, and red chili for a savory kick. The secret ingredient, sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), adds a luscious sweetness and umami depth, perfectly balancing the dish’s subtle heat and earthy spices like white pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes and requiring only one wok or skillet, this satisfying side dish is a breeze to prepare. Pair it with steamed rice and your favorite protein for a hearty, flavor-packed meal inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Indonesia! Keywords: Indonesian stir-fry, quick cabbage recipe, sweet soy sauce, healthy side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head (approximately 700g) Green cabbage
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 3 medium Shallots
- 2 whole (or to taste) Red chili
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then slice it thinly into shreds. Rinse the cabbage thoroughly and set aside to drain.
Peel and finely slice the garlic. Peel and thinly slice the shallots. Slice the red chili thinly on a diagonal (remove seeds if you prefer less heat).
Heat the cooking oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the garlic, shallots, and red chili to the hot oil. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and the shallots are slightly translucent.
Add the shredded cabbage to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, tossing frequently, until the cabbage starts to soften but retains some crunch.
Drizzle the sweet soy sauce over the cabbage. Add the salt, white pepper, and water. Stir well to combine and coat the cabbage evenly with the seasoning.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken and the cabbage to absorb the flavors. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and serve the stir-fried cabbage immediately. Pair it with steamed rice and protein for a complete meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
615 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2075 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.2 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1817 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
