Description
This Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful one-pan dish featuring smoky sausage, tender cabbage, and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a savory soy and sesame sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients to create a satisfying meal with a delightful balance of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 pound (450g) smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 medium green cabbage, cored and sliced into thin strips
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Sauce and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, preparing the pan for cooking.
- Cook the sausage: Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and slightly crispy on the edges. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the onion: In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to soften and develop flavor.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more until fragrant, careful not to burn.
- Cook vegetables: Add the sliced cabbage and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but retain some crunch.
- Combine sausage and vegetables: Return the browned sausage to the skillet with the vegetables, mixing everything together.
- Add seasonings: Pour in soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly with the sauce.
- Simmer together: Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the ingredients to heat through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce when adding seasonings.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
- Use turkey or chicken sausage as a leaner alternative if preferred.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to control sodium levels and taste.
