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4 easy side dishes with Napa Cabbage 〜白菜副菜四種〜 | easy Japanese home cooking recipe

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium Napa cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine the shredded Napa cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and sesame seeds.
  2. 2In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, vegetable oil, sugar, grated ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. 3Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. 4Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. 5Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Equipment

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Nibitashi is a traditional Japanese dish that highlights the delicate flavors of napa cabbage cooked in a savory dashi broth, often enjoyed in colder months.

Ingredients

  • 1 head napa cabbage
  • 4 cups dashi broth
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1Cut the napa cabbage into quarters and rinse under cold water.
  2. 2In a large pot, bring the dashi broth to a simmer over medium heat.
  3. 3Add the soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and salt to the dashi broth, stirring to combine.
  4. 4Carefully add the napa cabbage quarters to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the broth.
  5. 5Cover the pot and let the cabbage cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until tender.
  6. 6Once cooked, remove the cabbage from the pot and place it on a serving dish.
  7. 7Drizzle some of the dashi sauce over the cabbage for added flavor.
  8. 8Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
  9. 9Serve warm as a side dish or as part of a larger meal.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium Napa cabbage
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. 1Cut the Napa cabbage into quarters and remove the core.
  2. 2In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3Rub the mixture onto the chicken breasts and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
  4. 4In a steamer, place the Napa cabbage quarters and steam for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. 5Add the marinated chicken breasts on top of the cabbage in the steamer.
  6. 6Pour the chicken broth over the cabbage and chicken.
  7. 7Cover and steam for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cabbage is tender.
  8. 8Remove from the steamer and let it rest for a few minutes.
  9. 9Slice the chicken and serve it over the steamed Napa cabbage.
  10. 10Garnish with chopped green onions, ginger, and garlic.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium Napa cabbage, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. 2Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. 3Add the chopped Napa cabbage to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until it starts to wilt.
  4. 4Pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5If using, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for added spice and mix well.
  6. 6Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. 7Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
  8. 8Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
  9. 9Serve hot as a side dish or over rice as a main dish.

Equipment

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