Korean Cabbage Noodles

Korean Cabbage Noodles is a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, featuring tender cabbage strands sautéed in a savory mix of Korean flavors. This dish is quick to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight meal that's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Napa cabbage - 300 grams
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, sliced
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cut the Napa cabbage into thin strips, approximately 1 cm wide.
2. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced Napa cabbage to the skillet, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until it begins to soften.
5. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, gochujang, and black pepper.
6. Pour the sauce over the cabbage and stir well to combine, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the sliced green onion.
8. Serve hot, garnished with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins C and K from Napa cabbage, supporting immune function and bone health.

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