SICHUAN-INSPIRED CABBAGE

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My gal and I are obsessed with "mala" which is the Chinese term for the combo of spicy and numbing qualities that you get from Sichuan peppercorns. If you are into fun food experiences, this is a must-try! As cabbage is practically free, with a few pantry items, you can make a cheap but satisfying and palate-pushing side dish.

Provided by Justin Warner, Food Network Star Season 8 Winner

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings (side dish)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 pod star anise
2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds
2 teaspoons chile powder
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons whole Sichuan peppercorns
1 pound green cabbage, cored, halved and sliced 1-inch thick
3 tablespoons chile crisp sauce, preferably Lao Gan Ma
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Chinese black vinegar
Kosher salt
Fresh cilantro leaves and sliced green onions, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • In a large wok over high heat, add the peanut oil and preheat the wok. Meanwhile, combine the star anise, cumin seeds, chile powder, cayenne and Sichuan peppercorns in a spice grinder and pulverize. When the oil is just starting to smoke, add the spices and cook for 1 minute. Add the cabbage and cook, tossing and stirring to coat, just until the cabbage is slightly pliable but still has some crunch, about 5 minutes. Finish with the chile crisp, soy sauce and black vinegar. Adjust for seasoning. Transfer to a platter and garnish as desired with the cilantro and green onions.

Rylan jones
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I love Sichuan food! This recipe looks like it's going to be a hit.


TheXplug
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This one looks like it might be a winner.


Josey Rylander
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I'm not sure about this recipe. The ingredient list is a bit too long for my taste.


Belen Ruiz
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


Shafique Malik
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious.


Jackie Travels
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This dish is a must-try for any fan of Sichuan cuisine.


SKM Shomon
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I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was so good that I couldn't stop eating it.


Shopner Rajkumari
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that it's healthy and flavorful.


Haseena Raheel
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The sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise this dish was very good. I would make it again with less sugar.


Louise Duggins
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the recipe and make a delicious meal.


Two Brother
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best Sichuan-inspired cabbage he's ever had.


Ronne Colette
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I've tried many Sichuan-inspired dishes, but this cabbage recipe is definitely one of my favorites. The sauce was so flavorful and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!


Kelechi Kalu
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This Sichuan-inspired cabbage dish was an explosion of flavors! The combination of the spicy, sour, and numbing sauce with the tender cabbage was just perfect. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great.