Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this quick and flavorful Stir Fried Chinese Cabbage recipe! Featuring tender, crisp Napa cabbage tossed in a savory blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, this dish packs a punch of umami in every bite. Infused with aromatic garlic and a hint of white pepper, this 15-minute recipe is the perfect combination of simplicity and bold flavors. Whether served alongside steamed rice or as a complement to your favorite main course, this easy stir-fry is both healthy and irresistibly delicious. Ideal for busy weeknights, itβs a go-to dish that highlights the beauty of fresh, minimal ingredients in Chinese cooking.
Wash the Chinese cabbage thoroughly and pat it dry. Slice the leaves and stems into bite-sized pieces, keeping the stems and leaves separate as they will cook at different rates.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and white pepper. Set the sauce mixture aside.
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 20-30 seconds, until fragrant but not burned.
Add the Chinese cabbage stems to the pan first, as they take longer to cook. Stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes, until they start to soften.
Add the cabbage leaves and stir-fry for another 1 minute, mixing them with the stems.
Pour the prepared sauce mixture and water into the pan. Stir well to coat the cabbage evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice.
Calories |
557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3180 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 517 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2208 mg | 47% | |
*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.