Stir-fried red cabbage with garlic and soy sauce

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Stir-fried red cabbage with garlic and soy sauce is a simple, savory side dish featuring thinly sliced red cabbage quickly cooked in a hot wok or pan with aromatic garlic and a splash of soy sauce. Its core ingredients are red cabbage, garlic, soy sauce, and a cooking oil like vegetable or sesame oil. This preparation is a common and popular vegetable dish in many Chinese households and casual eateries.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is relatively low in calories and carbohydrates, primarily providing fiber and vitamins from the cabbage, with minimal fat and protein. A typical serving offers a good amount of Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and antioxidants, and generally ranges from 80 to 120 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	3.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin C	55 mg
Vitamin K	85 mcg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Folate	45 mcg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Calcium	45 mg

Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, red cabbage is a powerhouse of anthocyanins, the same antioxidants found in berries, which give it its vibrant color. Culturally, this quick stir-fry method exemplifies the Chinese culinary principle of 'wok hei' (breath of the wok), where high heat and fast cooking preserve the vegetable's crisp texture and nutritional value.