Best 12 Thai Cabbage Recipes

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Introducing Thai Cabbage: A Culinary Journey Through Spicy, Tangy, and Aromatic Delights

Thai cabbage, also known as "khao pad kaphrao," is a vibrant and flavorful stir-fried dish that captures the essence of Thai cuisine. This tantalizing dish features tender cabbage leaves tossed with aromatic holy basil, fiery chilies, and a symphony of savory ingredients. The result is a medley of textures and tastes that dance on the palate, leaving you craving more.

Our comprehensive guide offers a collection of Thai cabbage recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner seeking culinary adventures, we've got you covered. Dive into the classic Thai cabbage recipe, where the harmony of flavors and the irresistible aroma of holy basil take center stage. Experience the vegetarian delight of our tofu Thai cabbage, where succulent tofu replaces meat without compromising on taste.

For those seeking a delightful seafood twist, embark on the journey of our Thai cabbage with shrimp. The delicate shrimp add a briny sweetness that complements the spicy kick of the chilies. If you prefer chicken, our Thai cabbage with chicken recipe delivers a satisfying protein-packed meal that's sure to please the whole family.

But the culinary exploration doesn't end there. We present a unique Thai cabbage salad that offers a refreshing take on this classic dish. With its vibrant colors and tangy dressing, this salad is a perfect side dish or light lunch option. And for those who love their food extra spicy, our Thai cabbage with extra chilies recipe will ignite your taste buds with its fiery heat.

Prepare to be captivated by the culinary wonders of Thai cabbage. With our diverse selection of recipes, you'll discover an array of flavors that will leave an unforgettable impression. Embark on this gastronomic adventure and elevate your taste buds to new heights.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

THAI SHRIMP AND CABBAGE



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"This spicy shrimp is absolutely wonderful served over shredded cabbage. When I'm in a hurry, I use packaged coleslaw mix instead," notes Beth Malchiodi of Brooklyn, New York. "It's a welcome change from rice."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shredded cabbage
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 slice onion, halved
1 garlic clove, minced
8 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, stir-fry the cabbage in 1 teaspoon oil for 2 minutes or until tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, stir-fry onion and garlic in remaining oil until tender. Add the shrimp, water and soy sauce; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Stir in cilantro and pepper flakes. Serve with cabbage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 215mg cholesterol, Sodium 1181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

THAI CHICKEN CABBAGE SOUP



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This is a low-fat, low-cal soup that's incredibly filling and delicious. I eat this at least once a week! I don't know how it tastes cold, though. Don't be afraid to vary the proportions of various foods on your own!

Provided by KLEENESTAR

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Cabbage Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
8 cups chicken broth
2 leeks, sliced
6 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 medium head cabbage, shredded
1 (8 ounce) package uncooked egg noodles
1 teaspoon Thai chile sauce

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts and broth in to a stockpot or Dutch oven. Bring to a boil and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the broth and set aside to cool.
  • Put the leeks and carrots into the pot and simmer them for 10 minutes, or until tender. Shred the cooled chicken in to bite sized pieces and return it to the pot. Add the cabbage and egg noodles and cook another 5 minutes or until the noodles are soft. The soup should be thick like a stew. Serve hot and flavor to taste with Thai chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 118.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

TANGY THAI CABBAGE SALAD



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I found a basic recipe for a Thai cabbage slaw, and I added a few tweaks of my own to give it a crunchier texture and a little more zip! It goes well with grilled meats and seafood on a hot day.

Provided by krista v.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 limes, juiced
1 tablespoon Asian red chili paste
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon grapeseed oil, or more as needed
1 small head napa cabbage, shredded
2 carrots, shredded
1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
½ seedless cucumber, sliced paper-thin
⅓ cup cilantro, chopped
½ cup peanuts, chopped, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, chili paste, and sugar together in a small bowl. Add oil in slow stream while still whisking.
  • Combine napa cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss with tongs to coat. Chill salad for at least 1 hour. Stir and adjust seasonings before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 173.7 mg, Sugar 7 g

THAI CHINESE-CABBAGE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Garlic     Pepper     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook     Lime     Hot Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Cabbage     Lemongrass     Gourmet     Fat Free     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 8 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head Napa cabbage (also called Chinese cabbage)
1 tablespoon coarse salt
2 small fresh red or green Thai* or fresh jalapeño chiles
1 stalk fresh lemongrass*
1 large garlic clove
1 shallot
2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce* (preferably naam pla)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
*available at Asian markets and some specialty foods shops and supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Discard outer leaves from cabbage. Quarter cabbage and core. Cut quarters crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Wash cabbage well in a large bowl of cold water and spin dry. In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl toss together cabbage and salt until salt is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Transfer cabbage to a colander set over a bowl. Drain cabbage 1 hour. Rinse cabbage well and squeeze in small handfuls until as dry as possible. While cabbage is draining, wearing rubber gloves, seed and mince chiles. Discard outer leaves of lemongrass and trim root end. Separately mince garlic, shallot, and lower 2 inches of lemongrass.
  • In a large bowl toss together cabbage, chiles, lemongrass, garlic, shallot, fish sauce, and lime juice. Salad may be made 2 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Serve salad at cool room temperature.

THAI CHINESE CABBAGE SALAD



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Provided by James Peterson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side     Lime     Cabbage     Jalapeño     Lemongrass

Yield Makes 8 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 napa or other Chinese cabbage (about 3 pounds)
1 tablespoon coarse salt, preferably sea salt
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 shallot, minced
2 small Thai chiles or 2 jalapeño chiles
a 2-inch-length lemongrass, minced (optional)
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Trim off any tough or wilted outer leaves from the cabbage and cut the cabbage lengthwise into quarters. Cut out and discard any section of stem in the center of each of the quarters. Cut the quarters crosswise into 1/4-inch shreds.
  • In a glass or stainless steel mixing bowl, rub the cabbage with the salt until all the salt dissolves and you can no longer feel it under your fingers, about 5 minutes. Put the cabbage in a colander set over a bowl to drain for about an hour. Rinse the cabbage with cold water and squeeze the cabbage in small clumps to get rid of the extra water. Toss the drained and squeezed cabbage with the rest of the ingredients in a stainless steel or glass mixing bowl. Chill slighty in the refrigerator.

THAI CABBAGE SLAW



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Make and share this Thai Cabbage Slaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cilantro grrl

Categories     Thai

Time 5m

Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce (or more to taste)
1 garlic clove, minced
7 1/2 cups shredded cabbage (1 bag coleslaw mix)
1 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, peanut butter, water, chili garlic sauce, and garlic.
  • Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat with dressing.
  • Garnish with chopped peanuts, if desired.

THAI CHICKEN SALAD WITH CABBAGE



Thai Chicken Salad With Cabbage image

We found the flavors to be perfect just the way it is written but you could add almonds, green onion, peanuts, water chestnuts etc. to make it your own thai chicken salad.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons store-bought thai peanut sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon black sesame seed
1 cooked chicken breast, shredded
1/2 head cabbage, shredded
2 carrots, shredded
ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix vinegar, oil, peanut sauce and sugar together to make dressing.
  • In a large bowl toss cabbage, carrots, chicken, cilantro and sesame seeds together.
  • Stir in dressing, and black pepper just before serving.
  • Note: We liked everything chopped very fine.

THAI-STYLE PEANUT CABBAGE SALAD



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A spicy, crunchy salad with peanuts not peanut butter. If you are like me and don't like raw garlic, you can saute it for 30 seconds to a minute before using. It just seems to get too intense for my taste if allowed to sit for any amount of time.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Greens

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
4 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped (not pressed)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 lb green beans, blanched
4 cups Baby Spinach
2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
3 green onions, sliced
1/2 red pepper, slivered
2/3 cup dry roasted peanuts, rough chopped
1/4 cup basil, chopped (optional)
1 (1 ounce) package roasted vegetable chips (such as Terra) or 1 (1 ounce) package sweet potato chips, lightly crushed (such as Terra)

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, combine brown sugar, water, garlic and pepper flakes in a jar with a lid. Add remaining dressing ingredients. Shake well. Or you can whisk the ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • To make the salad, toss together all salad ingredients except peanuts, basil, and vegetable chips.
  • Immediately before serving, drizzle about two-thirds of dressing over salad. Toss well. Sprinkle with roasted peanuts, herbs and vegetable chips. Pass remaining dressing at the table.

THAI NAPA CABBAGE AND PEANUT SOUP



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I found this in a cookbook a couple of years ago and finally had the courage to try it and decided to share it with you.

Provided by Keolani

Categories     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
6 1/2 cups chicken broth
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or to taste)
2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 cups shredded napa cabbage
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
sugar
chopped roasted peanuts, for garnish
fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
toasted coconut, for garnish
lime wedge, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat peanut oil in heavy pot over low-med heat. Add onion, garlic and ginger and cook until onion is clear, about 5 minute.
  • Add turmeric, curry, cayenne and coriander and cook, stirring often for another 2 minute Stir in broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add potatoes and sweet potatoes and simmer over low heat until almost cooked, about 10 minute.
  • Place peanut butter in a bowl and whisk in about 1 cup of the hot stock from the soup. Add lemon juice and soy sauce and stir well.
  • Whisk the mixture back into the soup and simmer for 5 minute.
  • Stir in the cabbage and coconut milk and cook until heated through.
  • Adjust the seasoning, adding sugar if desired.
  • Garnish each serving with peanuts, cilantro and coconut and a squeeze of lime juice.

THAI PORK WITH SAVOY CABBAGE



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Make and share this Thai Pork With Savoy Cabbage recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MsSally

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 lb) pork tenderloin
3/4 cup reduced-fat catalina dressing (divided)
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
5 cups savoy cabbage (thinly shredded)
1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (toasted)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • PLACE meat in shallow dish; brush with 1/4 cup of the dressing. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight to marinate, turning meat halfway through the marinating time. Remove meat from marinade; discard marinade.
  • PREHEAT grill to medium heat. Grill meat 30 minute or until cooked through (160ºF), turning after 15 minute Cool slightly. Cut into thin strips; set aside.
  • MIX remaining 1/2 cup dressing and the soy sauce in microwaveable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 20 sec. Toss with the cabbage and onions in large bowl. Transfer to large serving platter; top with meat. Sprinkle with sesame seed and cilantro.

THAI CABBAGE



Thai Cabbage image

Make and share this Thai Cabbage recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons chili paste with garlic
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon peanut oil
1 teaspoon peeled minced fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (10 ounce) bags very thinly sliced green cabbage
2 cups red bell peppers, cut in strips
1 1/3 cups peeled shredded carrots
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1/4 cup parsley

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients in a bowl; stir well, set aside.
  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add ginger and garlic; saute 1 minute.
  • Add cabbage, bell pepper and carrot; saute 2 minutes.
  • Add lime juice mixture; saute an additional 2 1/2 minutes, or until cabbage is tender.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  • This makes 7 servings.
  • For weight watchers this is 1 point.
  • Enjoy!

THAI BEEF CABBAGE CUPS



THAI BEEF CABBAGE CUPS image

Categories     Beef

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 teaspoons dark sesame oil, divided
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound ground sirloin
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 cup vertically sliced red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 large green cabbage leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • 1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add ginger and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add beef; cook 5 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble. 2. Combine remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil, sugar, and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a large bowl. Add beef mixture, onion, and cilantro; toss well. Place 2 cabbage leaves on each of 4 plates; divide beef mixture evenly among leaves. Top each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons peanuts.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of cabbage: Napa cabbage, also known as Chinese cabbage, is the traditional choice for Thai cabbage recipes. It has a mild flavor and a tender texture that works well in both cooked and raw dishes.
  • Cut the cabbage correctly: To ensure even cooking, cut the cabbage into uniform pieces. For stir-fries, cut the cabbage into thin strips. For salads or coleslaws, cut the cabbage into thin shreds.
  • Don't overcook the cabbage: Cabbage is a quick-cooking vegetable, so it's important not to overcook it. Overcooked cabbage becomes limp and loses its flavor.
  • Season the cabbage well: Cabbage has a mild flavor, so it's important to season it well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, and garlic powder to bring out the flavor of the cabbage.
  • Add other vegetables: Cabbage is a versatile vegetable that can be paired with a variety of other vegetables. Try adding carrots, bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to your cabbage dishes.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Cabbage can be cooked in a variety of ways, including stir-frying, steaming, boiling, and roasting. Experiment with different cooking methods to find the one that you like best.

Conclusion:

Thai cabbage is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. With its mild flavor and tender texture, cabbage is a great addition to salads, stir-fries, soups, and stews. By following these tips, you can create delicious and healthy cabbage dishes that the whole family will enjoy.

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