SPICY STIR-FRIED CABBAGE

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This is a vegetarian version of a classic Chinese stir-fry. The authentic versions I've encountered include some pork or bacon, but the chilies, ginger, garlic, star anise and the cabbage are flavorful enough without meat. I've added carrots for color.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, one pot, main course

Time 10m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 star anise, broken in half
2 teaspoons soy sauce (more to taste)
2 tablespoons Shao Hsing rice wine or dry sherry
2 tablespoons peanut or canola oil
1 small cabbage, 1 to 1 1/2 pounds, quartered, cored and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch shreds
1 medium carrot, cut into julienne
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons minced chives, Chinese chives or cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes and star anise in a small bowl. Combine the soy sauce and wine or sherry in another small bowl.
  • Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or a 12-inch skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and tilting it back and forth. Add the garlic, ginger, pepper flakes and star anise. Stir-fry for a few seconds, just until fragrant, then add the cabbage and carrots. Stir-fry for one to two minutes until the cabbage begins to wilt, then add the salt and wine/soy sauce mixture. Cover and cook over high heat for one minute until just wilted. Uncover and stir-fry for another 30 seconds, then stir in the chives or cilantro and remove from the heat. The cabbage should be crisp-tender. Serve with rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 116, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 419 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Faisal Chelio
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually double the recipe so that I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Dc Carter
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cabbage. I always have a head of cabbage in my fridge, and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. This recipe is a great way to change things up.


Aaryan Soni
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cabbage, and this recipe definitely fits the bill! The cabbage was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Marlen Manzanares
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it! I usually serve it with rice or noodles.


Bom Palli
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually double the recipe so that I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Siddhanth Engineer
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cabbage. I always have a head of cabbage in my fridge, and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. This recipe is a great way to change things up.


Nisshobdo saikat
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cabbage, and this recipe definitely fits the bill! The cabbage was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Manisha Sunam
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it! I usually serve it with rice or noodles.


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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually double the recipe so that I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Jawad Prince
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cabbage. I always have a head of cabbage in my fridge, and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. This recipe is a great way to change things up.


ExSKINGx YT
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cabbage, and this recipe definitely fits the bill! The cabbage was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Kinelly Maricano
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it! I usually serve it with rice or noodles.


MARK PATTON
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually double the recipe so that I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Abdullahraja911 Rub nwaz
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cabbage. I always have a head of cabbage in my fridge, and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. This recipe is a great way to change things up.


murk waqar
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I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but this recipe changed my mind! The cabbage was so delicious and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Alyssa Cremeans
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for easy and healthy recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Katlego Sithole
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I made this recipe last night and it was amazing! The cabbage was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Nujhat Shawon
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This is a great recipe! I love how easy it is to make and how delicious it tastes. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.