Paleo Simple Cabbage Stir Fry
Whip up a vibrant and wholesome meal with this Paleo Simple Cabbage Stir Fry, a quick and flavorful dish that’s packed with nutrient-rich veggies and a savory, umami twist! Made with crisp green cabbage, tender carrot matchsticks, sweet red bell peppers, and aromatic ginger and garlic, this stir fry is sautéed to perfection in coconut oil for a dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free delight. The addition of coconut aminos adds a naturally sweet and salty depth, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds brings the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this paleo-friendly stir fry is perfect as a light main dish or paired as a vibrant side for your favorite proteins. Simple, healthy, and irresistibly tasty, this recipe is a must-try for busy weeknights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece ginger
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 1 large carrot
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 4 stalks green onions
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Peel and grate the ginger.
Slice the cabbage thinly into shreds.
Peel the carrot and cut it into thin matchsticks.
Seed and thinly slice the red bell pepper.
Chop the green onions into small pieces, keeping the white and green parts separated.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the white parts of the green onions, followed by the sliced cabbage, carrot matchsticks, and sliced red bell pepper. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the coconut aminos and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Stir fry the vegetables for 5 to 7 minutes, until they are tender-crisp.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Remove the skillet from the heat and toss in the green parts of the green onions.
Transfer the stir fry to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2096 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1393 mg | 30% | |
*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.
