Yes! Cabbage with eggs is a super simple, budget-friendly, and surprisingly delicious dish that works great as a quick side or light main meal. It’s often found in Chinese home cooking, but you can flavor it in all kinds of ways.
🥬🍳 Cabbage with Eggs (Simple Stir-Fry Style)
Ingredients:
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½ medium green cabbage, thinly sliced
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2–3 eggs
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2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or sesame oil)
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1–2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1–2 teaspoons soy sauce (optional)
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A pinch of sugar (optional, helps balance flavor)
Instructions:
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Prep the Cabbage:
Thinly slice the cabbage. Remove tough stem pieces if desired. -
Scramble the Eggs:
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Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
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Beat the eggs with a pinch of salt, then pour into the pan.
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Scramble until just set. Remove eggs and set aside.
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Cook the Cabbage:
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In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil.
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Add garlic (if using) and sauté for 30 seconds.
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Add the cabbage, stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until wilted but still a little crisp.
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Season with salt, pepper, soy sauce, and a pinch of sugar (if using).
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Combine:
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Return the eggs to the pan and mix with the cabbage.
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Stir-fry for another 1–2 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Serve:
Serve hot over rice, noodles, or enjoy it on its own.
🔄 Variations:
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Add sliced onions, carrots, or bell peppers for extra veg.
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Spice it up with chili flakes or a bit of sriracha.
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Swap soy sauce for fish sauce for a more Southeast Asian twist.
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Add a dash of vinegar for a tangy version.
Would you like a keto version, a Filipino-style Ginisang Repolyo, or one with meat or tofu added in?
