Quick & Easy Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry: Your New Weeknight Favorite (Print Version)
How to make simple sausage and cabbage stir fry with savory sausage and tender cabbage that's ready in just 30 minutes for a perfect weeknight meal.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Meat
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
01 -
1 pound smoked sausage, sliced ¼-inch thick
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1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and chopped
03 -
1 large yellow onion, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Flavor Builders
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¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
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½ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
→ Seasonings & Spices
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½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
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Salt, to taste
→ Finishing & Toppings
15 -
2 green onions, sliced
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# Instructions:
01 -
Slice sausage, chop cabbage, onion, bell pepper, and mince garlic. Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, broth, and cornstarch for the sauce. This is your base for the Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry (30-Minutes).
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until nicely browned and slightly crispy. Remove sausage from the pan, leaving drippings behind for flavor.
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Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the same pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and grated fresh ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant. Don't overcook them!
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Add chopped cabbage to the skillet. Stir frequently, allowing it to wilt and become tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Season with black pepper and red pepper flakes. This stage is key for the Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry (30-Minutes).
05 -
Return the browned sausage to the pan with the vegetables. Whisk the prepared sauce mixture again, then pour it over everything. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients well, about 1-2 minutes.
06 -
Remove the Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry (30-Minutes) from heat. Garnish generously with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately for a satisfying, quick weeknight meal. Adjust salt if needed.
# Notes:
01 -
Stir-fry cabbage quickly until tender-crisp to prevent mushiness, a common mistake.
02 -
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days; reheat gently.
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Smoked sausage can be swapped for cooked kielbasa or chicken sausage for varied flavor.
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Serve this stir fry warm, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, ideally over jasmine rice.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Large skillet
02 -
cutting board
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knife
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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small bowl
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whisk
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spatula or wooden spoon
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tongs
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 500
Total Fat: 38g
Total Carbohydrate: 25g
Protein: 23g