Tender-crisp cabbage tossed with onions and aromatic seasonings for a light, flavorful accompaniment.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 green chillies, slit
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- ½ tsp urad dal
- 1 sprig curry leaves
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- Salt to taste
Preparation
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Stir in urad dal and curry leaves.
- Add green chillies, garlic, and onions. Sauté until the onions turn soft and lightly golden.
- Add turmeric powder and mix well.
- Add the shredded cabbage and salt. Toss to coat the cabbage evenly with the spices.
- Cook uncovered for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Turn off the heat and serve.
Serving suggestion
Serve this cabbage stir fry hot with steamed rice, dal, sambar, or rasam.
