Description
Growing up, weeknight dinners often meant quick, hearty meals that didn’t skimp on flavor. One dish that always stood out was my grandmother’s homemade stir-fry — simple, vibrant, and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 small green cabbage (about 600g/1.3 lbs), sliced thin
- 1 red bell pepper, julienned
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons water
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
Let it sit for about 10 minutes while preparing the vegetables.
Slice the cabbage thinly. Julienne the red bell pepper.
Mince the garlic and ginger. Chop the green onions.
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until golden and just cooked through.
Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan.
Stir-fry the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the cabbage and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until the cabbage starts to soften but still has some crunch.
Add a splash of water to help the cabbage steam slightly if needed.
Return the chicken to the pan. Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes until heated through and coated in sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Slice the chicken thinly against the grain for the most tender texture.
- Don’t overcook the vegetables; a slight crunch is ideal in authentic stir-fries.
- Use high heat and work quickly — stir-frying is all about speed and movement.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28 g
Keywords: Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry