"Cong xiang yuan bai cai" or "onion fragrant cabbage" is a famous traditional dish in northern China, especially in Beijing and Tianjin. It is made with fresh cabbage, onion, and a variety of spices. The cabbage is stir-fried until tender, while the onion is caramelized until it is soft and sweet. The two are then combined and cooked together until the flavors have melded. This dish is often served with rice or noodles, and it can also be used as a filling for dumplings or buns. In this article, we will provide you with the best recipe for cooking this delicious and flavorful dish.
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XIANG GU YOU CAI (SHIITAKE BABY BOK CHOY)
Taken from Ji Pin Su Shi (Best Vegetable Dishes), a 30-cent, 5-in-square, paperback cookbook from Wal-Mart in China. Simple, home-style Chinese fare. Chinese cooks are expected to determine the proportions of condiments and seasonings. Everything is "ge shi liang"--to taste. I've suggested amounts, but if they don't seem right, just trust your own tastebuds.
Provided by Kate S.
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Soak mushrooms in boiling water.
- Without separating bunches, wash and drain baby bok choy.
- Wash mushrooms and squeeze out excess water. Quarter.
- Heat wok over highest heat. Add 2 T oil and swirl to heat. Add bok choy. Add salt. Stir-fry until heated through. Arrange on plate.
- In the same wok, heat remaining oil, stir-fry mushrooms, adding salt, soy sauce, and sugar.
- Combine corn starch with 2/3 c water and add to mushrooms, along with with MSG.
- Pour mushroom mixture over bok choy on serving platter. Serve as part of a Chinese meal. (For a Chinese meal, serve rice, a soup, and one dish per person. Choose a balanced variety of dishes.).
FRIED CABBAGE WITH BACON, ONION, AND GARLIC
This is a family favorite that is put into every cookbook for my kids when they move out and get married. It is a beautiful dish with many colors and full of flavor. Warning, it is addictive.
Provided by Kathi Richards Smith
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the bacon in a large stockpot and cook over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion caramelizes; about 10 minutes. Immediately stir in the cabbage and continue to cook and stir another 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1434.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
CONG XIANG YUAN BAI CAI ("ONION-FRAGRANT" CABBAGE)
Taken from Ji Pin Su Shi (Best Vegetable Dishes), a 30-cent, 5-in-square, paperback cookbook from Wal-Mart in China. Simple, home-style Chinese fare. Chinese cooks are expected to determine the proportions of condiments and seasonings. Everything is "ge shi liang"--to taste. I've suggested amounts, but if they don't seem right, just trust your own tastebuds.
Provided by Kate S.
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel, rinse, and thinly slice onion.
- Peel and rinse cabbage. Chop into 1-inch squares. Steam about 8 minutes and remove to serving bowl.
- Heat wok. Add oil and swirl to heat. Add onion and toss briefly until fragrant. Turn off heat. Add salt, soy sauce, and sugar, and toss.
- Pour onion mixture over cabbage, and serve as part of a Chinese meal. (For a Chinese meal, serve rice, a soup, and one dish per person. Choose a balanced variety of dishes.).
Tips:
- Use a large pot or wok to ensure that there is enough space for the cabbage and other ingredients.
- If you don't have Chinese rice wine, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine.
- Be sure to use high-quality soy sauce, as this will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
- If you like a little heat, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili powder.
- Serve over rice or noodles, or with steamed vegetables.
Conclusion:
Cong Xiang Yuan Bai Cai is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of cabbage, onion, and garlic creates a delicious and aromatic dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook cabbage, give Cong Xiang Yuan Bai Cai a try.
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