This Thai-style stir-fried cabbage is one of those simple dishes that comes together in no time, yet is packed with flavour. With just a handful of everyday ingredients, the cabbage is stir-fried with garlic, oyster sauce and fish sauce, then lightly steamed until tender while still retaining a little crunch.
It’s an easy vegetable side dish that goes beautifully with steamed rice and just about any main course — simple, comforting and perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Here’s how I do it!
Ingredients
1 head cabbage, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
A little water
Cooking oil
Method
1. Prepare the cabbage
• Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces and soak in water for a few minutes to help plump it up.
• Drain well using a strainer.
2. Sauté the garlic
• Heat a little oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
• Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. Stir-fry the cabbage
• Add the cabbage and toss well.
• Add oyster sauce and fish sauce to taste, then stir-fry to combine.
4. Steam-cook the cabbage
• Add a small splash of water and cover the wok with a lid.
• Let the cabbage cook for a few minutes until soft but still slightly crunchy.
5. Serve
• Give everything a final toss, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• Serve hot with steamed rice.
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