Description
This vibrant Cabbage and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful plant-based meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s packed with crisp vegetables and a savory, garlicky sauce.
Ingredients
- Green Cabbage: 4 cups, thinly sliced
- Broccoli Florets: 3 cups
- Carrot: 1 medium, julienned
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Fresh Ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated
- Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Sesame Oil: 2 teaspoons
- Vegetable Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch: 1 teaspoon
- Water: 2 tablespoons
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional): 1/4 teaspoon
- Green Onions: 2, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Combine Ingredients: Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add broccoli and carrots, stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add cabbage and continue stir-frying another 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Assemble the Dish: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, water, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine.
- Cook to Perfection: Pour sauce over the veggies and toss to coat. Stir-fry 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle with sesame oil and toss to finish. Top with sliced green onions.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying, vibrant meal.
Notes
- Pre-chop vegetables to speed up cooking time.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Add tofu or tempeh for extra protein.