Sour and Spicy Cabbage

March 17, 2025 10 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

500 kcal
Calories
41g
Protein
24g
Carbohydrates
23g
Fat
Recipe Hot Dishes
Sour and Spicy Cabbage

This irresistible Stir-Fried Chinese Cabbage with Spicy Garlic Sauce is a flavor-packed side dish that pairs perfectly with a juicy grilled steak. Tender cabbage stalks and leaves are stir-fried until soft, then coated in a tangy, spicy-sweet sauce made with balsamic vinegar, light soy sauce, garlic chili sauce, and a kick of chili oil. The secret? A quick simmer to meld the flavors and a cornstarch slurry for a glossy, restaurant-quality finish. With just the right balance of heat, saltiness, and sweetness, this dish transforms humble cabbage into a standout accompaniment. Easy to make yet bursting with bold umami depth, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves vibrant, saucy stir-fries. Serve it alongside steak for a satisfying meal that’s both simple and sensational!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Secondary Ingredients

Sauce and Seasonings

Instructions

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First, mix the sauce: 1 tablespoon light soy sauce + 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, or 3 tablespoons ordinary vinegar.
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Add half a tablespoon of garlic chili sauce.
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Add 1g salt and about 5g sugar. Since the garlic chili sauce is already salty, not much salt is needed.
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Add a little chili pepper, which is chili pepper mixed with oil and fried beforehand.
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Mix the sauce well.
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Wash 250g of Chinese cabbage and separate the stalks from the leaves.
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Heat some oil in a pan, add the cabbage stalks, and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
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Stir-fry until the stalks become soft.
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Add the cabbage leaves and stir-fry until they release water.
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Cover the pan and simmer for 5 minutes.
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After 5 minutes, remove the lid and pour out excess water.
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Pour in the mixed sauce and stir-fry evenly.
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Mix about 5g of cornstarch with water in a 2:3 ratio and add it to the cabbage to thicken.
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Stir-fry until it thickens and it’s ready to be served.
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The dish is done, and it can be served with a grilled steak.
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