Braised Napa Cabbage
Braised Napa Cabbage is a delicate and flavorful Chinese side dish that highlights the natural sweetness of the cabbage, enhanced with savory soy sauce and aromatic garlic. This healthy dish is both simple to prepare and comforting, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
70 kcal
Ingredients
- Napa Cabbage - 300 grams, chopped
- Vegetable Oil - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 inch, minced
- Soy Sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Vegetable Broth - 100 milliliters
- Sesame Oil - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Pepper - to taste
- Green Onions - 2, chopped for garnish
Steps
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped Napa cabbage to the skillet, stirring to coat it with the oil.
- Pour in the soy sauce and vegetable broth, and stir well.
- Cover the skillet and let the cabbage braise for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender.
- Remove the lid and let any excess liquid evaporate for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drizzle the sesame oil over the cabbage, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Water: 0.23 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in vitamins C and K, which support immune function and bone health.
- Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.
Tags
ChineseHealthySide Dish