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Addictive Izakaya Style Salted Cabbage (Yamitsuki Cabbage)

This delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

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

Ingredients

  • 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 or grated garlic clove
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 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 is a small batch recipe for 2 people. Feel free to double or triple!
  • If the recipe is too salty or not salty enough, you can adjust the salt/chicken bouillon to suit your own tastes.
  • Seasoning can be made in advance and then applied to the cabbage just 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 Sodium 418.5mg (17%) Fiber 1.5g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2portions

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.