This Homestyle Taiwanese Stir-Fried Cabbage with Garlic is a quick and easy dish that combines tender cabbage, fragrant garlic, and umami dried shrimp. Similar to this Ginger Garlic Bok Choy and Smashed Cucumber Salad, this classic Taiwanese recipe reminds me of my grandma’s cooking and family dinners. Ready in 15 minutes, this stir-fry is healthy, flavorful, and ideal for busy weeknights.

Taiwanese Stir-Fried Cabbage with Garlic and Shrimp

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Taiwanese Stir-Fried Cabbage with Garlic and Shrimp
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Taiwanese Stir-Fried Cabbage with Garlic

Homestyle Taiwanese stir-fried cabbage with garlic is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender cabbage and fragrant garlic. Ready in under 15 minutes!

Ingredients
 

  • ½ head Taiwanese cabbage
  • 10 clove garlic, thinly sliced
  • splash of Taiwanese cooking wine, or sub with Shaoxing wine
  • ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp white pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
  • ¼ cup dried shrimp, soaked and rehydrated (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Tear the cabbage leaves into large, bite-sized pieces. Then wash them thoroughly.
  • In a wok or large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic slices and stir-fry until fragrant.
  • Add the cabbage and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes. Add a splash of Taiwanese cooking wine (or Shaoxing wine) around the edge of the wok. Continue tossing until the cooking wine is dissolved.
  • Add salt, white pepper, and chicken bouillon powder. Taste and adjust seasoning. Then toss in rehydrated shrimp if using. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still crisp. Serve hot immediately and enjoy!
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