This gently spiced cabbage and peas stir-fry is a simple everyday vegetable dish made with fresh cabbage, sweet green peas, and light seasoning. It is commonly served as part of lunch or dinner and pairs well with both rice and flatbreads.
The recipe is ideal for home cooking because it uses basic ingredients, cooks quickly, and requires no special preparation. The flavours are mild, balanced, and suitable for the whole family.
Recipe Information
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Serves: 3 to 4
Difficulty level: Easy
Ingredients
Vegetables
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2 cups finely sliced white cabbage
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½ cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
Base ingredients
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1 tablespoon oil
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½ teaspoon mustard seeds
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½ teaspoon cumin seeds
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1 small onion, finely sliced
Spices
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¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
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½ teaspoon ground coriander
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Salt to taste
To finish
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
Step-by-Step Method
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Heat the oil in a wide pan on medium heat.
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Add the mustard seeds and allow them to pop, then add the cumin seeds and stir for a few seconds.
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Add the sliced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring, until soft and lightly golden.
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Add turmeric powder, ground coriander, and salt. Mix well.
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Add the sliced cabbage and green peas. Stir gently so everything is evenly mixed.
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Lower the heat, cover the pan, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once halfway, until the cabbage is soft but not mushy.
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Remove the lid and cook for another 2 minutes to allow any excess moisture to evaporate.
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Turn off the heat and add lemon juice. Mix gently.
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Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Cooking Tips
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Slice the cabbage finely so it cooks evenly and quickly.
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Do not add water, as cabbage releases its own moisture.
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Keep the heat low while covered to prevent sticking.
Variations
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Vegan: This recipe is naturally vegan.
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Gluten-free: This dish is naturally gluten-free.
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Extra flavour: Add a pinch of crushed black pepper at the end.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with chapati, plain rice, or as a side dish with dal. This stir-fry works well as part of a simple everyday meal.
Storage and Reheating
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
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Reheat gently in a pan over low heat until warmed through.
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Freezing is not recommended as the cabbage may lose texture.
Recipe Image Description:
A three-quarter angle photograph of gently spiced cabbage and peas stir-fry served in a simple shallow ceramic bowl. Pale green cabbage strands and bright green peas are lightly coated with spices and finished with chopped fresh coriander. The bowl is placed on a light wooden surface with a plain serving spoon beside it. Soft natural daylight, clean uncluttered background, sharp focus on the dish, natural colours, realistic home-style presentation.
