Some of the best home-cooked dishes are also the simplest. This Garlic Stir-Fried Cabbage is a quick vegetable side dish made with just a few everyday ingredients. The cabbage stays slightly crisp while garlic adds fragrance, and a small splash of soy sauce brings everything together.
It is an easy addition to a family dinner and pairs especially well with steamed rice and other Chinese home-style dishes.
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Garlic Stir-Fried Cabbage
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Steps
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Prepare the cabbage
Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces or coarse strips.
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the cabbage and blanch for about 30–60 seconds, just until it begins to soften. Drain well and set aside.
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Sauté the garlic
Heat the cooking oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry briefly until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
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Stir-fry the cabbage
Add the cabbage and stir-fry over high heat for 1–2 minutes.
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Season
Add the light soy sauce and sugar, if using. Toss quickly until everything is evenly coated.
Finish
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Turn off the heat. Add a few drops of sesame oil if desired and serve immediately.
Cooking Tips 烹飪技巧
- Keep the heat high so the cabbage cooks quickly without becoming watery.
- Do not add too much soy sauce—the cabbage should remain fresh and lightly seasoned.
- Make sure the cabbage is well drained before stir-frying to prevent excess water in the wok.
- For extra garlic flavour, add a little fresh minced garlic near the end of cooking.
