Description
A vibrant celebration of tender sautéed Napa cabbage, infused with garlic and soy sauce for a delightful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head Napa cabbage
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds (optional) for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the Napa cabbage into quarters and removing the core. Slice the quarters into thin strips.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic once the oil shimmers, and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Incorporate the cabbage strips into the skillet, tossing gently, and stir-fry for about 5–7 minutes.
- Drizzle the soy sauce over the sautéed cabbage and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For added brightness, consider a splash of rice vinegar or red pepper flakes for heat. Avoid overcooking to maintain a slight crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg