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Addictive Izakaya Style Salted Cabbage (Yamitsuki Cabbage)
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Addictive Izakaya Style Salted Cabbage (Yamitsuki Cabbage)

This is a simple, flavorful side or snack known as Yamitsuki Cabbage, featuring green cabbage rubbed with a mixture of toasted sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic, black pepper, salt, and Chinese-style chicken bouillon powder. The seasoning is evenly applied to cabbage pieces, resulting in a savory, slightly salty, and aromatic dish often garnished with optional chili threads.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2 portions
Calories: 94 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ tbsp sesame oil toasted
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • ½ tsp chicken bouillon powder Chinese-style, granules
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp garlic or grated garlic clove, paste
  • ¼ tsp black pepper ground
  • 100 g green cabbage spring cabbage, sweetheart cabbage or similar
  • chili threads optional, to garnish

Instructions

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  1. Take a large mixing bowl and add 1 ½ tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, ½ tsp Chinese-style chicken bouillon powder (granules), ¼ tsp salt, ¼ tsp garlic paste and ¼ tsp ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  2. Wash 100 g green cabbage and cut it into rough pieces. Add the cabbage to the bowl and rub the seasoning over the leaves, making sure it's evenly distributed. (Wear gloves if you have sensitive skin or any cuts on your hands.)
  3. Transfer to a serving dish and top with chili threads (optional).
  4. Enjoy as a side or snack!

Notes

  • This recipe serves about two people; adjust quantities for larger groups.
  • Taste and adjust the salt and chicken bouillon powder to suit your preference.
  • The seasoning mix can be made in advance and applied to the cabbage immediately before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 94kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1.7g (3%) Fat 8.6g (13%) Saturated Fat 1.3g (7%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g (21%) Sodium 418.5mg (17%) Fiber 1.5g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 portions

Amount Per Serving

Calories 94

% Daily Value*

Calories 94kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1.7g 3%
Fat 8.6g 13%
Saturated Fat 1.3g 7%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g 21%
Sodium 418.5mg 17%
Fiber 1.5g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.