Easy Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry (30-Minutes) Recipe
This Easy Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines smoky sausage, tender cabbage, and vibrant vegetables in a savory soy-based sauce, delivering a balanced meal that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare.
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Main Ingredients
- 200 g (7 oz) smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 medium cabbage (400 g), thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion (150 g), sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
Optional Vegetables
- 1 medium bell pepper (150 g), sliced
- 1 medium carrot (100 g), julienned
Sauce and Seasoning
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey or a low-carb sweetener (optional)
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional for spice)
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized rounds or strips for easy cooking. Thinly slice the cabbage and onion, and if using, slice the bell pepper and julienne the carrot to ensure even cooking.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce or tamari, sesame oil, and optionally honey or your chosen sweetener along with chili flakes if you want a spicy kick. Stir until combined.
- Brown the Sausage: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive or avocado oil. Add the sausage slices and cook until they are golden brown and slightly crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sliced onion. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly translucent, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the sliced cabbage to the pan and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the cabbage softens but remains slightly crunchy. If using, add the bell pepper and carrot at this stage and cook until they are just tender.
- Combine and Finish: Return the browned sausage to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir everything well to evenly coat all ingredients. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through and flavors meld together.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the stir fry hot. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds or fresh herbs such as chopped green onions or cilantro for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- To reduce sugar content, omit honey or replace with a low-carb sweetener like erythritol.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the spiciness to your preference.
- You can substitute smoked sausage with chicken sausage or turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- Adding a splash of rice vinegar or lime juice at the end can brighten the flavors.
- Serve over steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a more filling meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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