Vietnamese Boiled Cabbage
Delightfully simple yet packed with authentic flavor, Vietnamese Boiled Cabbage is the ultimate example of how minimal ingredients can create a wholesome and satisfying dish. This quick and easy recipe features tender wedges of green cabbage gently simmered until perfectly crisp-tender, then paired with a zesty dipping sauce made with savory fish sauce, tangy lime juice, fragrant garlic, and a touch of chili heat. Ideal as a light side dish or a palate-cleansing complement to richer meals, this recipe captures the fresh and balanced essence of Vietnamese cuisine. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, it’s a nutritious addition to your table that’s sure to impress. Try this low-calorie, gluten-free option today for a taste of traditional Vietnamese cooking!
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Ingredients
- 1 head Green cabbage
- 8 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 small, finely sliced Fresh chili
Directions
Step 1
Remove any damaged outer leaves from the cabbage and rinse it thoroughly under cold water.
Step 2
Cut the cabbage into wedges, about 4-6 pieces, keeping the core intact to hold the leaves together.
Step 3
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil over high heat.
Step 4
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the cabbage wedges to the pot.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
Step 6
While the cabbage is boiling, prepare the dipping sauce by combining fish sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, sugar, and sliced chili in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 7
Once the cabbage is cooked, use tongs to remove the wedges from the pot and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 8
Serve the boiled cabbage warm with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy as a refreshing and light side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2353.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 131.6 |
| Total Fat 0.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4993.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.6g | |
| Protein 6.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 277.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 772.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories