Cabbage Stir-Fry recipe

Cabbage Stir-Fry

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This is the most frequently prepared cabbage dish at my home! It is very delicious, and I especially prefer having it with dal rice. Whenever we have cabbage at home, making this cabbage stir-fry is compulsory! This simple and flavorful stir-fry is made with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices—perfect with steamed rice, chapati, or roti.

Recipe Overview

• ⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes
• 🔥 Cook Time: 15 minutes
• ⌛ Total Time: 25 minutes
• 🍽 Course: Side Dish / Main Course
• 🌍 Cuisine: Indian

No of servings:

Ingredients

• 2 cups cabbage, shredded
• 1 tbsp oil
• 0.5 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1 small carrot, grated
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 3.5 garlic cloves (3–4), finely chopped
• 0.25 tsp turmeric powder
• 0.5 tsp cumin powder
• Salt, to taste

Method

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1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and add the cumin seeds until they splutter.
2. Add the chopped onion and green chili. Sauté until the onion turns soft and translucent.
3. Add the grated ginger and finely chopped garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft and mushy.
5. Add the grated carrot and shredded cabbage.
6. Add the turmeric powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix everything well so the spices coat the vegetables evenly.
7. Cover and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage becomes tender yet holds a light crunch.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice, dal rice, chapati, or roti!

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Perfect Dal-Rice Side: This savory cabbage stir-fry offers a wonderful crunch and subtle spice that elevates simple dal and steamed rice.
• Grated Carrot Addition: Grating the carrot helps it cook rapidly alongside shredded cabbage while adding a natural sweetness and vibrant color contrast.
• Don't Overcook: Cook covered just until tender to preserve the delicate sweetness and fresh texture of the cabbage.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~85 kcal
• Protein: ~2 g
• Carbohydrates: ~9 g
• Fat: ~5 g
• Fiber: ~3 g

Nutritional values are approximate and calculated based on 3 servings.

Cabbage Stir-Fry (Cabbage Sabzi) is a staple Indian home-cooked meal packed with dietary fiber, vitamins, and comforting flavors. Quick to throw together in 25 minutes, it makes healthy eating effortless!