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Cabbage Glass Noodles Stir Fry
5 from 12 votes

Cabbage Glass Noodles Stir Fry

The Cabbage Glass Noodles Stir Fry is a light vegetable side featuring mung bean vermicelli and sliced cabbage stir-fried with garlic, dried chili peppers, and a savory soy-based sauce. The dish balances tender cabbage with delicate glass noodles coated in a mildly sweet and salty mixture, providing a warm, flavorful accompaniment to a main meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 to 4 servings
Calories: 126 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch mung bean vermicelli (yields 1 cup after soaking)
  • 1/4 head (12 oz / 350 g) cabbage , sliced into 1/2” (1 cm) pieces (yields about 4 cups after cutting)
  • Pinch salt
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 2 dried chili peppers , cut into 3 to 4 pieces (keep them whole for a less spicy dish)
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce light
  • 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

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  1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the dry glass noodles and cook according to instructions until al-dente. Rinse with tap water to stop cooking and drain. Cut into 3” (8 cm) strands.
  2. Mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  3. Heat a large skillet or a wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add oil and swirl to coat the bottom.
  4. Add the dried pepper and garlic and stir a few times to release fragrance.
  5. Add the cabbage and a pinch of salt. Stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, to coat evenly with oil, until the cabbage just starts to turn tender.
  6. Add the glass noodles and pour in the sauce. Stir and cook until the sauce is absorbed and the cabbage turns tender. Turn to medium-low heat and carefully taste the cabbage. Sprinkle with a bit more salt to adjust seasoning, if needed. Transfer to a plate and serve hot as a side dish.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 126kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 17.2g (6%) Protein 3.5g (7%) Fat 5.4g (8%) Saturated Fat 0.9g (5%) Sodium 467mg (19%) Potassium 175mg (4%) Fiber 2.8g (11%) Sugar 4g (8%) Calcium 41mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 to 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 126

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 126kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 17.2g 6%
Protein 3.5g 7%
Fat 5.4g 8%
Saturated Fat 0.9g 5%
Sodium 467mg 19%
Potassium 175mg 4%
Fiber 2.8g 11%
Sugar 4g 8%
Calcium 41mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

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