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Cabbage Rice (20 Minute Stir Fry Recipe)

5 from 2 votes
Try this flavorful stir-fried cabbage that mimics the texture of rice, offering a light and veggie-packed meal option that's both satisfying and delicious!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 127

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound cabbage
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¾ cup yellow onion diced
  • ½ cup carrot grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground smoked paprika or regular
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic fresh
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • ¾ cup passata

Method
 

  1. Shred cabbage using a box grater or for a faster option, use a food processor and pulse until the cabbage resembles rice.
    1 pound cabbage
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté onion and carrot. Season with spices, salt, and pepper, and cook until softened. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
    2 tablespoon olive oil, ¾ cup yellow onion, ½ cup carrot, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon ground smoked paprika
  3. Stir in passata and shredded cabbage, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    ¾ cup passata
  4. Serve garnished with fresh parsley and some butter on top.
    3 tablespoon fresh parsley

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 635mgPotassium: 528mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3542IUVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg

Notes

 
  • To Store. Transfer the cabbage rice into an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-4 days.
  • To Reheat on the stovetop, warm low and slow for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning and ensure even heating.
  • To Reheat in the microwave, heat for 1-2 minutes. Both methods are suitable for reheating.
  • This recipe makes about 4 main or 6 side dish servings.

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