Honey sesame cabbage stir-fry

Whip up a quick and delicious Honey Sesame Cabbage Stir-Fry with just four simple ingredients: fresh cabbage, rich sesame oil, sweet honey, and a touch of salt. Perfect for a healthy and flavorful side dish or light meal!

  • 22 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 5 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 4 Ingredients

Honey sesame cabbage stir-fry

This Honey Sesame Cabbage Stir-Fry is a delightful and quick dish that brings together the sweet and nutty flavors, making it a perfect side dish or a light main course. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this tasty dish in no time, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or when you're looking for something simple yet flavorful.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup cabbage
44g
2 tbsp sesame oil
27g
1 tbsp honey
20g
1/2 tsp salt
3g

Instructions:

1. Heat the Pan:
- Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil to the pan and let it heat until it shimmers.
2. Cook the Cabbage:
- Add the shredded cabbage to the hot skillet.
- Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until the cabbage starts to soften and slightly caramelize, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking.
3. Add Honey and Salt:
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the cabbage.
- Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Continue to stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring that the honey and salt are evenly distributed and the cabbage is coated well.
4. Final Stir and Serve:
- Once the cabbage is tender and slightly golden, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Give the stir-fry one final toss.
- Transfer the honey sesame cabbage stir-fry to a serving dish.
5. Serve:
- Enjoy immediately while warm. This dish can be served as a side dish or over steamed rice for a light meal.

Tips:

- Make sure to slice the cabbage thinly for even cooking.

- Cook the cabbage on medium-high heat to get a nice caramelization without overcooking.

- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a bit of heat in your stir-fry.

- Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for an extra burst of flavor and texture.

This Honey Sesame Cabbage Stir-Fry is not only easy to make but also packed with delicious flavors that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or enjoying it as a main course, this dish is a testament to how a few simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. Happy cooking!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size100 grams
Energy
Calories 320kcal16%
Protein
Protein 0.63g0%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 20g6%
Fiber 1.15g3%
Sugar 18g19%
Fat
Fat 27g32%
Saturated 3.88g13%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 2.22ug0%
Choline 5mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B2 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B3 0.13mg1%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg4%
Vitamin B9 20ug5%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 16mg18%
Vitamin E 0.45mg3%
Vitamin K 36ug31%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 20mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.02mg2%
Iron, Fe 0.30mg3%
Magnesium, Mg 6mg1%
Phosphorus, P 12mg1%
Potassium, K 90mg3%
Selenium, Se 0.30ug1%
Sodium, Na 1170mg78%
Zinc, Zn 0.13mg1%
Water
Water 44g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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