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Indian Fried Cabbage

Indian Fried Cabbage is a vibrant, flavorful side dish that…
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoonscoconut oil
  • 1 cupsliced red onion
  • 1 large clove garlicminced
  • 1/2 teaspooncumin seeds
  • 1/2 head green cabbagethinly sliced
  • 3/4 teaspoonsaltplus more to taste
  • 1 teaspooncurry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoongaram masala
  • 1/4 teaspoonturmeric
  • Hot pepper flakesto taste optional
  • Fresh cilantro leaveschopped for garnish

Instructions

Instructions

  • Heat 2 teaspoons coconut oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers.
  • Add 1 cup sliced red onion and sauté about 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until the onion begins to soften.
  • Stir in 1 large clove garlic, minced, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds. Cook about 1 minute, stirring, until the garlic and cumin are fragrant.
  • Add 1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced, to the skillet. Sprinkle 3/4 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste), 1 teaspoon curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric over the cabbage. Add hot pepper flakes to taste, if using. Toss everything to coat evenly.
  • Continue to cook the cabbage, stirring or tossing occasionally, about 5 minutes more, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crunchy.
  • Remove the pan from the heat, transfer the fried cabbage to a serving dish, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro leaves, and serve warm.

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet