Cabbage Garlic Soy Peas (Printable Version)

Tender cabbage and sweet peas tossed in a savory garlic-soy sauce for a fast, flavorful dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, core removed, thinly sliced (about 1.5 lbs)
02 - 1 cup frozen green peas (5.3 oz)
03 - 2 scallions, sliced (optional for garnish)

→ Aromatics

04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)

→ Sauce

06 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon sugar or maple syrup
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cooking

11 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)

# How To Make It:

01 - Whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
02 - Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
03 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger if using; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add sliced cabbage; stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until it begins to soften but remains crisp.
05 - Incorporate frozen peas; continue stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until peas are heated through and cabbage is tender-crisp.
06 - Pour prepared sauce over vegetables; toss to coat evenly and cook for an additional minute.
07 - Remove from heat, adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot, garnished with sliced scallions if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 20 minutes, perfect for busy days
  • Vibrant, flavorful, and easily customizable for various diets
02 -
  • For gluten-free diets, be sure to use tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce
  • Cabbage is a nutritious, low-calorie vegetable and works well in quick sautéed dishes
03 -
  • Cut cabbage thinly so it cooks quickly and evenly
  • Add a splash of chili oil for spice or a sprinkle of sesame seeds at the end for extra flavor
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