This Sweet-Sour Cabbage with Plantain is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for adding a pop of color and taste to any meal. The dish combines the earthy crunch of coarsely shredded Savoy cabbage with the natural sweetness of ripe plantains. A quick stir-fry method ensures the vegetables retain their bright color and crisp-tender bite. The sauce, made from chicken broth, brown sugar, and cider vinegar, offers a balanced sweet-and-sour profile that clings beautifully to every bite. It’s an easy, quick side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or roasted chicken, bringing home-style comfort to your table in under 30 minutes.
Sweet-Sour Cabbage W/Plantain
Description
This Sweet-Sour Cabbage with Plantain is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for adding a pop of color and taste to any meal. The dish combines the earthy crunch of coarsely shredded Savoy cabbage with the natural sweetness of ripe plantains. A quick stir-fry method ensures the vegetables retain their bright color and crisp-tender bite. The sauce, made from chicken broth, brown sugar, and cider vinegar, offers a balanced sweet-and-sour profile that clings beautifully to every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, quick side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or roasted chicken, bringing home-style comfort to your table in under 30 minutes.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, brown sugar, cider vinegar, cornstarch, and red pepper sauce until smooth. Set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over high heat.
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Add sliced plantains, green onions, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 1 minute until slightly softened.
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Add the shredded Savoy cabbage to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until the cabbage begins to wilt but remains crisp.
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Give the reserved sauce mixture a quick stir (as cornstarch may settle) and pour it over the vegetables.
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Stir-fry for 10 to 15 seconds, or until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables evenly.
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Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 183.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.3g9%
- Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
- Cholesterol 13.3mg5%
- Sodium 28.1mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 31.2g11%
- Dietary Fiber 7.8g32%
- Sugars 11.1g
- Protein 8.3g17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
Ensure the plantain is ripe (yellow with black spots) for the best sweetness and texture.
Do not overcook the cabbage; it should remain bright green and crisp-tender for the best texture.
This dish is best served fresh and warm. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet.
