Crunchy and Flavorful! 10-Minute Cabbage and Bacon Stir-fry
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Introducing a magical side dish, Cabbage and Bacon Stir-fry, that can be prepared in just 10 minutes! The fantastic combination of crunchy cabbage and savory bacon makes it an irresistible rice companion!
Main Ingredients- 5 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1/5 head fresh cabbage
- 1/3 stalk green onion
- 40g carrot
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil (for fragrant flavor)
Seasoning (Perfect Harmony)- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic (for aromatic boost!)
- 0.5 Tbsp soy sauce (for umami)
- 0.5 Tbsp oyster sauce (for explosion of flavor)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (for sweetness and elegance)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for nutty richness)
- A pinch of black pepper (for a clean finish)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic (for aromatic boost!)
- 0.5 Tbsp soy sauce (for umami)
- 0.5 Tbsp oyster sauce (for explosion of flavor)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (for sweetness and elegance)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for nutty richness)
- A pinch of black pepper (for a clean finish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients for your delicious Cabbage and Bacon Stir-fry. Pre-chopping them will help you save even more time during cooking!
Step 2
To ensure the cabbage is extra fresh and crunchy, soak it in water with a little vinegar for about 5 minutes. Then, rinse it thoroughly under cold running water several times. Drain well and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Cut the bacon into 2-3 cm pieces for a satisfying chew. Slice the carrot thinly into matchsticks; this helps it cook at the same rate as other ingredients and adds a beautiful color. Slice the green onion diagonally to add a fresh aroma. Once these are prepared, your ingredient prep is complete!
Step 4
Now, let’s get stir-frying! Heat a pan over medium heat, then add 1 Tbsp of cooking oil. Add half a tablespoon of minced garlic and stir-fry for just about 10 seconds to gently release its aroma. Next, add the green onions and stir-fry for another 10 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the bacon and cook for about 1 minute, allowing it to brown and crisp slightly. The rendered bacon fat will infuse the other ingredients with flavor. Finally, add the julienned carrots and stir-fry briefly to combine everything.
Step 5
Add the prepared cabbage to the pan. Pour in the measured soy sauce, plum extract, and oyster sauce. This golden ratio of umami, sweetness, and saltiness will coat the cabbage and bacon perfectly.
Step 6
Stir-fry quickly for just 30 seconds, allowing the cabbage to cook slightly while retaining its crispness. Be careful not to overcook, as this can make the cabbage lose its delightful crunch!
Step 7
Turn off the heat. Finally, sprinkle in a pinch of toasted sesame seeds for nutty flavor and a pinch of black pepper for a clean finish.
Step 8
Give everything a final toss using the residual heat in the pan. Your ‘magical’ Cabbage and Bacon Stir-fry, a wonderful side dish that’s sure to make you want more rice, is now complete! It’s best enjoyed immediately while warm.
