Beef and Cabbage Stir-fry
Beef and Cabbage Stir-fry is a quick, savory dish featuring thinly sliced beef and shredded cabbage cooked in a flavorful sauce, often with garlic, ginger, and soy. It's a staple in many home kitchens across East Asia, particularly in Chinese and Korean cuisines, prized for its simplicity and satisfying texture contrast.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, low-carb option, with the beef providing essential iron and B vitamins, while the cabbage adds fiber and vitamin C. A typical serving ranges from 250-350 calories, depending on the cut of beef and amount of oil used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Vitamin K | 60 mcg |
| Iron | 3.2 mg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 210 mg |
Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of 'humble' home cooking that transforms simple, affordable ingredients into a balanced meal. Nutritionally, the pairing is clever: the vitamin C in cabbage significantly enhances the absorption of iron from the beef.
