Description
A quick, flavorful, and healthy stir-fried cabbage recipe with ginger and soy sauce. This dish is packed with umami flavors and perfect as a side or a light main meal. Enjoy it with steamed rice or noodles for a delicious and satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- ½ cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cm x 2 cm ginger (grated)
- ½ tablespoon butter
Sauce
- 1 teaspoon hondashi dashi powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon hot water (to dissolve the dashi granules)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the hondashi powder with hot water (if using). Add in soy sauce and maple syrup or honey. Stir everything together and set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics : Heat the butter in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables : Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add the cabbage and stir-fry for 5–7 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Add the Sauce : Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Serve Hot : Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve as a side dish or over steamed rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with sesame oil.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
- If you don’t have hondashi powder, skip it or use a dash of miso paste for extra umami.
- To make it spicy, add red pepper flakes or chopped chili.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 120