Quick and Healthy Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe You’ll Love
This cabbage stir fry recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- - Large skillet
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound Skinless Chicken Breast Can substitute with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot or flour.
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can replace with rice vinegar if needed.
- 3 tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari serves as a gluten-free alternative.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger is an excellent alternative.
- 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian version.
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil can be used but may alter the taste.
For the Vegetables
- 1 medium Shallot Use onion or green onion as substitutes.
- 1 medium Bell Pepper Any color works beautifully.
- 4 cups Shredded Cabbage Bok choy or napa cabbage can be substituted.
- 1 medium Carrot Other root vegetables like zucchini can be utilized.
- 1 cup Frozen Peas Fresh peas are great in season.
- 2 stalks Scallion For garnish.
For the Topping
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional but highly recommended!
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, lemon juice, soy sauce, ginger, and chicken broth. Add the chicken and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain the chicken, saving the marinade. Add the chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for about 4 minutes, until browned. Remove from pan.
- Cook Vegetables: In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Sauté the shallot for 1-2 minutes, then toss in bell pepper, cabbage, and carrot. Cook for around 4 minutes until cabbage wilts.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken to the skillet, adding frozen peas and reserved marinade. Stir-fry until chicken is cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced scallions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
Drizzle a little extra lemon juice for added freshness. Consider making a double batch for meal prep.