🌟 Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry Recipe 🍲💚
This quick, healthy, and delicious stir-fry combines tender chicken with crisp cabbage in a savory sauce. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal! 🍜✨
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast (sliced into thin strips) 🍗
- 1 small Chinese cabbage (chopped into bite-sized pieces) 🥬
- 2 cloves garlic (minced) 🧄
- 1 inch ginger (peeled and grated) 🌿
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil 🛢️
- 2 tbsp soy sauce 🥢
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce 🦪
- 1 tsp cornstarch 🌟
- 1/4 cup water 💧
- Salt and pepper (to taste) 🧂
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sauce:
- 🥣 In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.
2. Stir-Fry Aromatics:
- 🍳 Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Cook the Chicken:
- 🍗 Add the chicken strips to the wok.
- Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is browned and fully cooked.
4. Add the Cabbage:
- 🥬 Toss in the chopped Chinese cabbage.
- Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until the cabbage is slightly wilted but still crisp.
5. Thicken the Sauce:
- 🌟 Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the wok.
- Stir for another minute until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and cabbage.
6. Season and Serve:
- 🧂 Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal. 🍚🍜
💚 Pro Tips:
- Add Extra Veggies: Toss in bell peppers, carrots, or mushrooms for added color and nutrients. 🥕🍄
- Protein Swap: Replace chicken with shrimp, tofu, or beef for variety. 🦐🥩
- Low-Sodium Option: Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels. 🌟
Enjoy your Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry—a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dish that's sure to impress! 🥢💚
