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    Easy Sesame Garlic Sautéed Purple Cabbage

    By Elaine Gordon · Published: May 11, 2021 · Modified: Jun 18, 2021

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    If you've been avoiding cabbage, now is the time to give it a try! This Easy Sesame Garlic Sautéed Purple Cabbage will CHANGE the way you look at this vibrant veggie.

    Sauteed Purple Cabbage

    It's time to talk about cabbage, friends! So many people see cabbage as kind of an afterthought veggie. It's good as a garnish or for adding color to a plate, but a whole dish centered around it? My mission here: change your mind with one dish. I think I can do it, too! This Sautéed Purple Cabbage is absolutely packed with flavor and nutritional content that you absolutely cannot miss. My favorite part? The vibrant color!

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    Raw cabbage has an earthy, kind of bitter taste, but when it's cooked, the cabbage will easily take on the other flavors in the pot. I think it gains a little sweetness as it's cooked, too! I sauté my purple cabbage in garlic, then add salt, pepper, and sesame seeds for the perfectly subtle blend of flavors. I'm telling you, this dish is delicious!

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    Cabbage is a powerhouse vegetable offering so many health benefits.  It is high in fiber, low in calories and loaded with antioxidants, phytochemicals, and vitamins. It's inexpensive and low in calories, and just one serving of purple cabbage contains more than HALF of your daily vitamin C intake. Cabbage's antioxidant properties have been said to have anti-aging and cancer-fighting properties in addition to being great for your memory and urinary tract health. In short: eat more cabbage!

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    Yes! The shades can vary from a deep reddish color to purple, but red and purple cabbage are the same nutrient-dense veggie! It's generally smaller and a bit heavier than green cabbage. I think it has more flavor than green as well!

    Garlic Sauteed Cabbage

    This Sautéed Purple Cabbage is vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free. It's also free of refined sugar! It's one of those amazing dishes that everyone at your table can enjoy.

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    If you make this vibrant, beautiful dish, I hope you'll tag me on Instagram! I absolutely love seeing your creations inspired by my recipes. It would also make my day if you rated this recipe here on the blog so others are inspired to try it as well!

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    How to Sautee Cabbage
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    Easy Sesame Garlic Sautéed Purple Cabbage


    5 from 4 reviews

    • Author: Elaine Gordon
    • Total Time: 23 minutes
    • Yield: 8 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    If you've been avoiding cabbage now is the time to give it a try! This Easy Sesame Garlic Sautéed Purple Cabbage will CHANGE the way you look at this vibrant veggie.


    Ingredients

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    • 1 small head red (purple) cabbage (or half a large head) [~ 1 pound], white core removed, chopped into 1-inch chunks 
    • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon fine salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 tablespoon toasted or raw white sesame seeds
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced or sliced
    • ½ teaspoon maple syrup (optional)

    Instructions

    1. Preheat a 12-inch cast iron skillet on the stovetop over medium heat.  Once hot, add chopped cabbage, oil, salt and pepper.  Use tongs to toss well and sauté over medium heat for 10 minutes.
    2. Add sesame seeds, garlic and maple syrup and sauté over low heat for another 6-8 minutes until cabbage is fork tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.  
    3. Serve immediately while hot or allow to cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to five days.  Reheat leftovers on the stovetop or microwave.  

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    Notes

    Tip: Don't overcrowd your skillet with the cabbage or it won't get crispy and caramelized.  

    • Prep Time: 3
    • Cook Time: 20
    • Category: Side Dish
    • Method: Stovetop

    Keywords: sauteed red cabbage

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    1. D. Devaiah says

      February 03, 2022 at 1:54 am

      This was delicious, thank you so much!






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      • Elaine Gordon says

        February 03, 2022 at 10:43 am

        Thank you so much, D! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe 🙂

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    2. Anika says

      March 06, 2022 at 7:11 pm

      Very tasty!

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      • Elaine Gordon says

        March 07, 2022 at 2:05 pm

        Thank you so much, Anika! I'm glad you enjoyed this one.

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    3. Melina says

      April 05, 2022 at 1:12 pm

      So fast so good!! Wow!






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      • Elaine Gordon says

        April 06, 2022 at 2:15 pm

        Thank you so much, Melina! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed this one. I agree, so quick to make! Best, Elaine

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    4. Skylar says

      July 20, 2022 at 12:45 pm

      This was great! I made mine without maple syrup and instead put in red chili flakes and drizzled with sesame oil which complimented the sesame seeds well. I ate this with Korean Tonkatsu and rice and it was perfect. Thank you for the recipe!






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      • Elaine Gordon says

        July 20, 2022 at 3:50 pm

        Thank you so much, Skylar! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed it and made it your own. Sounds like a great combo! Best, Elaine

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    5. Julie says

      January 06, 2023 at 11:50 am

      Thank you! So delicious. I used organic flax seed in place of sesame seeds.






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      • Elaine Gordon says

        January 10, 2023 at 11:59 am

        Thank you so much, Julie! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed this one. Best, Elaine

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