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How to Make Stir-Fried Cabbage: A Complete Guide

Stir-fried cabbage, or *cu liu bai cai* in Chinese, is a quick, delicious, and healthy dish loved for its crisp texture and tangy flavor. Here’s a simple yet authentic recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients:

- 1/2 head of cabbage (cored and shredded)

- 2 cloves garlic (minced)

- 1 tbsp ginger (grated)

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tbsp black vinegar (or rice vinegar)

- 1 tsp sugar

- 1/2 tsp salt

- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

- Optional: dried chili flakes for heat.

Steps:

1. Prep: Rinse cabbage and shred it evenly. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and salt to create the sauce.

2. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry for 10 seconds until fragrant.

3. Cook cabbage: Add cabbage, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly wilted but still crisp.

4. Season: Pour the sauce over the cabbage, toss quickly to coat evenly. Cook for another minute.

5. Serve: Transfer to a plate, garnish with chili flakes if desired. Enjoy hot with rice!

Tips: For extra crunch, blanch cabbage briefly before stir-frying. Adjust vinegar and sugar to taste for the perfect balance of tang and sweetness. This versatile dish takes under 15 minutes to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights!