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Delicious Chinese Cabbage Stir-Fry

A savory stir-fry featuring caramelized pork belly, hand-shredded cabbage, garlic, and chilies, finished with Shaoxing wine and black vinegar for authentic Chinese flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons oil Use your preferred cooking oil
  • 6 oz. pork belly Thinly sliced; substitutes include pork loin or chicken
  • 5 cloves garlic Smashed and cut in half
  • 5 dried red chilies Deseeded and roughly chopped
  • 1 1/2 lb. cabbage Hand-shredded and thoroughly dried
  • 2 teaspoons Shaoxing wine Can substitute with dry sherry or rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chinese black vinegar Substitute with balsamic or rice vinegar
  • 2 scallions Cut into 2-inch lengths

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Make Chinese Cabbage Stir-Fry
  1. In a wok over high heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil. Sear the pork belly until caramelized.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and add the garlic and dried chilies. Stir-fry for a minute, taking care not to burn the garlic.
  3. Turn heat back to high and add cabbage along with Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, sugar, and water. Cover and let cook for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Uncover, add black vinegar and scallions, stir to combine, and season with salt to taste.
  5. Ensure cabbage is still slightly crunchy with caramelized edges. Serve immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 9gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 320IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pair this stir-fry with steamed jasmine rice, wonton soup, or spring rolls for a full meal. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, but avoid freezing due to texture changes. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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