Description
Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful skillet meal ready in just 30 minutes. This nutritious dish combines hearty sausage with crunchy cabbage, offering a satisfying dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Easy to prepare and versatile, it can be customized with your favorite ingredients for a delicious meal on the table in half an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) sausage (pork, chicken, or turkey, based on preference)
- 1 medium head of cabbage, sliced thin
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free option
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated (optional but recommended for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Start by preparing all your ingredients. Slice the cabbage thin for quick cooking, chop the onion, and mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula for even cooking. Once done, transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the sliced cabbage, stirring well to combine. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still crispy.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything thoroughly to coat the ingredients evenly. Let cook for 2-3 more minutes so that the flavors meld together.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute the sausage with plant-based alternatives for a vegetarian version.
- Ensure vegetables are sliced thin to promote quick and even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg