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Cabbage Stir Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce

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A quick and flavorful recipe for stir-fried cabbage coated in a simple, savory garlic and ginger sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and water or broth. If you want a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water separately, then add it to the sauce mixture. Set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add the sliced cabbage to the wok. Stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, tossing frequently, until the cabbage starts to wilt but still retains some crispness.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the cabbage. If using red pepper flakes, add them now.
  6. Continue to stir-fry for another 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the cabbage evenly and thicken slightly if you added cornstarch.
  7. Remove from heat immediately and serve hot.

Notes

  • For added protein, stir-fry 8 ounces of cubed tofu or sliced chicken breast before adding the garlic and ginger.
  • To make this dish spicy, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a teaspoon of chili garlic sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • If you prefer softer cabbage, cover the wok for the last 2 minutes of cooking after adding the sauce.

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