Quick Cabbage Stir Fry Asian Style

Transform your everyday vegetables into a vibrant side dish with this *Quick Cabbage Stir Fry Asian Style*! This speedy and flavorful recipe combines crisp green cabbage and sweet julienned carrots, infused with the bold aromas of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil for an authentic Asian-inspired kick. A savory splash of soy sauce and a touch of rice vinegar bring balance, while crushed red pepper flakes add a gentle heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, stir-fried delight is perfect as a standalone dish, a side to your favorite entrees, or paired with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, it’s a quick, versatile, and nutrient-packed recipe you’ll want to make on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head (medium, about 6–7 cups shredded) Green cabbage
• 1 medium, julienned Carrot
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon, freshly grated Ginger
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon, for garnish Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced for garnish Green onions
• 0.25 teaspoons, to taste Salt

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves and core of the cabbage. Shred the cabbage into thin strips using a knife or mandoline slicer.

Step 2

Peel and julienne the carrot, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and sesame oil to the pan.

Step 4

Once the oil is shimmering, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the shredded cabbage and julienned carrot to the skillet. Toss well to combine with the garlic and ginger.

Step 6

Stir-fry the vegetables for about 3–4 minutes until they start to soften but remain slightly crisp.

Step 7

Drizzle in the soy sauce and rice vinegar. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes and salt to taste. Continue stir-frying for another 2–3 minutes until the vegetables are tender but not overcooked.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the stir fry to a serving dish.

Step 10

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or pair with steamed rice or noodles for a light main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1088.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	659.2

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2521.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 18.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 421.5mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1941.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 35.9%