Crisp Cabbage and Broccoli Stir Fry

Ingredients

Vegetable oil

1 tablespoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon

Honey

1 tablespoon

Rice vinegar

2 tablespoons

Sesame oil

1 tablespoon

Soy sauce

3 tablespoons

Ginger

1 tablespoon, freshly grated

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Broccoli

2 cups, cut into small florets

Cabbage

2 cups, thinly sliced

Sesame seeds

1 tablespoon, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended. This will be your stir fry sauce.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for about a minute until they release their fragrant aromas.
4. Introduce the sliced cabbage and broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir fry the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, until they are tender-crisp. Avoid overcooking to maintain their vibrant color and crunch.
5. Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables. Toss everything together to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
6. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the vegetables nicely.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Your Cabbage and Broccoli Stir Fry is ready to be served.
8. Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice. If desired, garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an added crunch and visual appeal.