Vibrant Chinese-inspired stir-fry: crisp cabbage, tangy, spicy sauce. Bold flavors and satisfying crunch for any meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
02 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
03 - 3 scallions, sliced diagonally
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
→ Sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon chili paste or chili garlic sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
→ Seasonings & Oil
11 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Garnish
14 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
15 - Additional sliced scallions
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, sugar, and sesame oil in a small bowl until combined. Set aside for later use.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
03 - Add garlic and ginger to the hot oil, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
04 - Add sliced cabbage and carrot to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables begin to wilt but maintain crisp texture.
05 - Pour prepared sauce over vegetables and toss to coat evenly. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until cabbage reaches tender-crisp consistency.
06 - Add black pepper, salt, and scallions. Stir well and cook for 1 minute to incorporate flavors.
07 - Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and extra scallions if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
