Cabbage Garlic Soy Peas (Print Version)

Tender cabbage and sweet peas cooked with garlic and soy sauce for a quick, vibrant side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, core removed, thinly sliced (approx. 1.54 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 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cooking

11 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower preferred)

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
03 - Add minced garlic and optional ginger; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add sliced cabbage and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until it softens but remains crisp.
05 - Incorporate frozen peas and continue stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through and cabbage is tender-crisp.
06 - Pour prepared sauce over vegetables, toss to coat evenly, and cook for 1 additional minute.
07 - Remove from heat, adjust seasoning to taste, and garnish with sliced scallions if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in only 20 minutes
  • Vegan, gluten-free & packed with colorful veggies
02 -
  • This dish contains soy and may contain gluten depending on your sauce choice
  • Use tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce if you need a gluten-free option
03 -
  • Add a dash of chili oil for heat
  • Use very hot pan to keep vegetables crisp
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