Sesame Braised Cabbage (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cabbage
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1 full head of cabbage, quartered
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1 tbsp avocado oil
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2 tbsp butter
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 tsp pepper
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2 tbsp of water for steaming
→ Sesame Sauce
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2 tbsp oyster sauce
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2 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
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1 tbsp honey
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2 cloves of garlic, minced
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1 stalk of green onion
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1 tbsp sambal or chili oil (optional)
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2 tbsp of water
# Instructions:
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Add avocado oil to a cast iron pan with a lid on medium-high heat.
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Add cabbage and fry until edges are crispy. Add butter, salt and pepper during this time.
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Once all sides are crispy, add water to create steam. Cover with lid and braise for 5 minutes on lower heat.
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In a bowl, combine all sesame sauce ingredients.
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Check if cabbage middle is tender with a knife. If not, cook 5 more minutes. When water evaporates and cabbage is ready, pour sauce over and saute until incorporated.
# Notes:
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Can be made in air fryer at 350°F for 20 minutes
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Leave core intact to keep cabbage from falling apart
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Omit sambal/chili oil for milder flavor