Stir-fried Napa Cabbage with Garlic
Stir-fried Napa Cabbage with Garlic is a classic, quick-cooked Chinese home-style dish, beloved for its simplicity and fresh flavors. The primary ingredients are crisp napa cabbage and aromatic garlic, often stir-fried with a touch of oil, salt, and sometimes a splash of soy sauce or vinegar. It is a staple across many regions of China, particularly in northern and eastern cuisines where cabbage is a common winter vegetable.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is relatively low in calories and carbohydrates, with minimal fat depending on the amount of oil used, and provides a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K. A typical serving contains roughly 80-120 calories, making it a light yet nutritious side dish.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 45 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 6 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Vitamin K | 45 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Folate | 50 mcg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Calcium | 55 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 cup (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish exemplifies the Chinese culinary principle of 'qing dan' (清淡), meaning light and delicate, which emphasizes preserving the natural taste of ingredients. Nutritionally, napa cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable known for its high water content and antioxidant properties, making this simple stir-fry both refreshing and healthful.
