Quick stir-fry with cabbage, peas, garlic, and soy for a flavorful, easy-to-make dish.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, core removed, thinly sliced
02 - 1 cup frozen green peas
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 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Cooking
11 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and black pepper. Set aside.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
03 - Add the minced garlic (and grated ginger, if using) and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add the sliced cabbage and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until beginning to wilt but still crisp.
05 - Incorporate frozen peas and continue stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through and cabbage is tender-crisp.
06 - Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat. Cook for an additional minute.
07 - Remove from heat, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve hot garnished with sliced scallions if desired.
