A fast, vibrant vegetable stir-fry with cabbage, peas, and garlic-infused soy sauce.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium head green cabbage (approx. 1.5 lbs), core removed, thinly sliced
02 - 1 cup frozen green peas (5.3 oz)
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 (gluten-free option)
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)
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and black pepper in a small bowl; set aside.
02 - Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
03 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger (if using); stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add sliced cabbage; stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until it begins to wilt but remains crisp.
05 - Incorporate frozen peas and stir-fry for another 2 to 3 minutes until heated through and cabbage is tender-crisp.
06 - Pour sauce over vegetables and toss to coat evenly; cook for an additional minute.
07 - Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed; garnish with sliced scallions if desired and serve hot.
