Best 7 Cabbage With Celery And Water Chestnuts Recipes

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Cabbage with Celery and Water Chestnuts is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. This dish is made with simple, everyday ingredients like cabbage, celery, water chestnuts, and a flavorful sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner, this dish is sure to become a favorite. Our blog post features three variations of this classic recipe, including a vegetarian option, a spicy version, and a delightful variation with added bell peppers. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this versatile and delicious dish.

**Recipes in this article:**

1. **Classic Cabbage with Celery and Water Chestnuts:**
- This recipe is a timeless classic that showcases the harmonious blend of cabbage, celery, and water chestnuts.

2. **Vegetarian Cabbage Stir-Fry with Tofu:**
- For a meatless twist, this variation swaps out the pork for tofu, creating a protein-packed and flavorful vegetarian dish.

3. **Spicy Cabbage Stir-Fry:**
- This recipe adds a kick of heat with the addition of red pepper flakes and chili sauce, creating a tantalizingly spicy stir-fry.

4. **Cabbage with Celery, Water Chestnuts, and Bell Peppers:**
- This variation incorporates colorful bell peppers, adding a vibrant touch and a slightly sweet flavor to the dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CABBAGE, WATER CHESTNUTS 'N CELERY CASSEROLE



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This is a very tasty way to serve cabbage mixed with the celery. Do not over cook the veggies you want to have a crunch left. I often do this dish ahead and just pop it in the oven 25 minutes before dinner. I cut the soup back to 1/4 cup but it depends how saucy you like things

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups celery, sliced on the diagonal 3/4 inch slices
2 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
1 cup boiling water, with
1 vegetable bouillon cube (use beef cube if you wish)
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
4 tablespoons onions, minced
1 (5 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained & sliced
3 tablespoons red peppers, cut into 1 inch thin slices
3/4 cup aged cheddar cheese, grated (use mild or other cheese if you prefer or leave out)
1 cup chow mein noodles (dry fried)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the water and veggie cube in a saucepan add celery and cover simmer for 8 minutes (celery should still be crisp).
  • Save a 3/4 cup of the liquid, drain the rest.
  • Cook the cabbage in 1/2 cup of water for 4 minutes, drain thoroughtly.
  • Mix the celery water with the soup& onions.
  • Season to taste.
  • Toss together the cabbage, celery, red pepper& water chestnuts.
  • Mix with the soup mixture and pour into a lightly greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top (omit cheese is you want to cut back on calories but it does give a nice finish& great flavor).
  • Sprinkle on the Chow Mein noodles.
  • Bake uncovered in 375f oven for 15-20 minutes or until the mixture is bubbly& golden.

CABBAGE WITH CELERY AND WATER CHESTNUTS



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This is a Maya Angelou recipe. I love cooked cabbage and the crunch of the water chestnuts really does make this dish special. We serve with cornbread muffins.

Provided by riffraff

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, cut into large pieces
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 -6 cups cabbage, cut into large bite sized pieces
1 cup water
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
salt and black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Saute the onion, bell pepper and celery in the oil until translucent but not brown.
  • Add cabbage and water, cover and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Add water chestnut slices to cabbage.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook 10 more minutes.

CRUNCHY CELERY CASSEROLE



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"I first sampled this tempting treatment for celery when a friend brought it to a 4-H covered dish dinner," recalls Michelle Garretson of Newcomerstown, Ohio. "We could not believe how good it tastes or how easy it is to prepare in the microwave."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 celery ribs, thinly sliced
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the celery, soup and water chestnuts. Pour into a greased microwave-safe 8-in. square dish. Cover and microwave on high for 20 minutes or until the celery is tender, stirring every 5 minutes. Sprinkle with onions. Microwave, uncovered, 3-1/2 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PORK EGG ROLLS



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"I take these hearty egg rolls and their tasty sweet 'n' sour sauce to every family gathering," relates Jody Minke from Hugo, Minnesota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 8 egg rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 pound ground pork
3/4 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup chopped celery
4 green onions, sliced
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup salad shrimp, chopped
1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
1/2 cup canned bean sprouts, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 to 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
8 refrigerated egg roll wrappers
Oil for deep-fat frying
SWEET 'N' SOUR SAUCE:
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice, optional
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook pork over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove pork with a slotted spoon and set aside. , In the same skillet, stir-fry the cabbage, celery and onions in oil until crisp-tender. Add the shrimp, water chestnuts, bean sprouts, garlic, soy sauce, sugar and reserved pork; stir-fry 4 minutes longer or until liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat., Position one egg roll wrapper with a corner facing you. Spoon 1/3 cup filling on the bottom third of wrapper. Fold a bottom corner over filling; fold sides over filling toward center. Moisten top corner with water; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling., In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry egg rolls for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., For sauce, combine the sugar, cornstarch and seasoned salt in a saucepan; gradually add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with egg rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

MIXED VEGETABLE BAKE



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Carolyn Woodall of Roxboro, North Carolina combines convenient frozen veggies with crunchy water chestnuts and chopped celery in this cheesy side dish topped with cracker crumbs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 13 crackers)
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mixed vegetables, water chestnuts, celery, onion and mayonnaise. Stir in cheese. , Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Toss cracker crumbs and butter; sprinkle over vegetables. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

STIR-FRIED CHESTNUTS AND CHINESE CABBAGE



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Categories     Ginger     Nut     Side     Stir-Fry     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Fall     Vegan     Chestnut     Cabbage     Sesame     Soy Sauce     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons peanut oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound Napa cabbage, quartered lengthwise, cored, and sliced diagonally into 1/4-inch-wide strips
2 cups bottled peeled cooked whole chestnuts (10 ounces) halved
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil

Steps:

  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until just beginning to smoke then stir-fry garlic and ginger with salt until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add cabbage and cook, tossing, until just beginning to wilt, about 2 minutes, then stir in chestnuts and sugar. Reduce heat to moderate and cook covered, 3 minutes, then stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Serve immediately.

MACARONI COLESLAW



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My friend Peggy brought this coleslaw to one of our picnics, and everyone liked it so much, we all had to have the recipe. -Sandra Matteson, Westhope, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (7 ounces) ring macaroni or ditalini
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 medium cucumber, finely chopped
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
1 can (8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped
DRESSING:
1-1/2 cups Miracle Whip Light
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl; add the coleslaw mix, onions, celery, cucumber, green pepper and water chestnuts., In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right cabbage: Napa cabbage is the traditional choice for this dish, but you can also use green cabbage or Savoy cabbage. Just be sure to choose a firm head of cabbage with no signs of wilting or bruising.
  • Cut the cabbage thinly: This will help it cook evenly and quickly. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline to slice the cabbage.
  • Soak the water chestnuts: This will help to soften them and make them more palatable. You can soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Use a well-seasoned wok: A well-seasoned wok will help to prevent the ingredients from sticking. If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet or sauté pan.
  • Cook the ingredients in batches: If you're using a small wok or skillet, you may need to cook the ingredients in batches. This will help to prevent them from overcrowding and steaming instead of stir-frying.
  • Add the sauce at the end: Stir-fry sauces are typically made with a combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Adding the sauce at the end of the cooking process will help to prevent the ingredients from becoming too salty or sweet.

Conclusion:

Cabbage with celery and water chestnuts is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish that is both delicious and healthy. It's a great way to use up leftover cabbage, and it's also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. If you're looking for a quick and easy vegetarian meal, this dish is a great option. Just be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your stir-fry turns out perfectly.

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