Fried Cabbage Ramen (Printable Version)

Savory stir-fried cabbage and ramen noodles tossed in a delicious sauce. A quick and satisfying meal, perfect for any weeknight.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
02 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
03 - 2 scallions, sliced (greens and whites separated)
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Noodles

06 - 2 packs instant ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded

→ Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
09 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
10 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon sugar
12 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

→ Oil

13 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

# Directions:

01 - Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and chili flakes. Set aside.
03 - Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the scallions. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add the cabbage and carrot. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still crunchy and starting to brown at the edges.
05 - Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Pour in the prepared sauce. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
06 - Remove from heat. Garnish with the green parts of the scallions and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything comes together in one pan which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
  • The combination of tender noodles and crunchy cabbage creates the most satisfying texture contrast
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd your pan or the cabbage will steam instead of fry which completely changes the texture
  • Have all ingredients prepped before you start cooking because this comes together fast once the heat is on
03 -
  • Let your pan get properly hot before adding the cabbage so you get those delicious caramelized edges
  • Use tongs to toss everything together at the end for even coating without breaking the noodles
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