Vietnamese Cabbage

Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Vietnamese Cabbage recipe, a vibrant stir-fry that’s bursting with umami and subtle heat. Made with tender green cabbage, aromatic garlic, and a savory blend of fish sauce, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar, this dish achieves the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy. A drizzle of the sauce coats the cabbage, while scallions and optional red chili add color and depth. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile recipe shines as a healthy accompaniment to steamed rice or can stand alone as a light main. Perfect for busy weeknights, this Vietnamese-inspired dish delivers bold flavors with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small red chili (optional)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 sprigs scallions (green onions)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the head of cabbage into bite-sized pieces, discarding the core. Wash and drain well.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Slice the red chili (if using) into thin rounds. Chop the scallions into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Set the sauce aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 6

Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, allowing it to wilt and soften slightly.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce over the cabbage and toss to coat evenly. Continue to stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still has a slight crunch.

Step 8

Add the sliced chili (if using) and chopped scallions. Stir-fry for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or with steamed rice for a simple meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(491.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	390.7

Total Fat 26.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3157.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 9.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 211.0mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 903.8mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 34.2%