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How to Make Pickled Cabbage and Potato Stir-fry

Pickled cabbage and potato stir-fry is a beloved Chinese dish, loved for its tangy, crispy, and savory flavors. Here’s a simple guide to making it at home.

Ingredients: 1 medium potato (julienned), 200g pickled cabbage (rinsed and drained), 1 chili pepper (sliced), 2 garlic cloves (minced), 1 tbsp cooking oil, 1 tsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Steps:

1. Prep the potato: Soak julienned potato in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain and dry thoroughly.

2. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and chili, stir-fry until fragrant.

3. Cook potato: Add potato strips, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Cover the wok briefly to speed up cooking.

4. Add pickled cabbage: Toss in the pickled cabbage, stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, sugar, and a pinch of salt (adjust if the pickled cabbage is already salty).

5. Finish: Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the potato is tender-crisp. Serve hot with rice.

Tips: For extra crunch, blanch the potato briefly before stir-frying. Avoid overcooking to maintain the texture. Enjoy this quick, flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with any meal!