Description
A flavorful and spicy garlic Napa cabbage stir-fry with a glossy, tangy sauce, perfect as a quick and healthy side dish to complement your favorite main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium sized Napa cabbage, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 spring onions (green onions), chopped
- 1 teaspoon of red chilli flakes
- 1.5 tablespoons of soy sauce (Kikkoman recommended)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) of water
- 2 teaspoons of maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil
- pinch of white pepper
- spray oil
Instructions
- Infuse garlic: Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and spray with cooking oil spray. Add the minced garlic and fry for about 30 seconds to infuse the flavor and soften it, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Add cabbage and seasonings: Add the roughly chopped Napa cabbage to the pan along with the soy sauce, red chilli flakes, a pinch of white pepper, and 1/4 cup of water.
- Cook cabbage until softened: Continue cooking the cabbage until it softens and most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Add final flavorings: Stir in the chopped spring onions, toasted sesame oil, and maple syrup. Cook further until the remaining liquid coats the cabbage with a slightly glossy sauce.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from heat and serve alongside your favorite main course. Enjoy the spicy garlic Napa cabbage!
Notes
- Toasting the sesame oil before adding gives a richer flavor.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the red chilli flakes to 1/2 teaspoon.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
- For a vegan version, ensure maple syrup is pure and not mixed with non-vegan ingredients.
- Spray oil helps avoid excess oil and keeps the dish light.
