Delicious and Flavorful Coconut-Braised Cabbage Recipe for Family Meals

Coconut-braised cabbage is a simple yet enticing dish with a rich, naturally sweet flavor from fresh coconut water. Not only is it easy to make, but it also pairs perfectly with rice, making it ideal for cozy family dinners. Let’s explore the detailed recipe with Sổ Tay Món Ăn!

Preparing the Ingredients

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients for 3-4 servings:

• Cabbage: 500 grams
• Fresh coconut water: 300 ml
• Shallots: 2 bulbs
• Garlic: 3 cloves
• Chili: 2 peppers
• Fish sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Sugar: 1 tablespoon
• Seasoning powder: 1 teaspoon
• Ground black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
• Cooking oil: 2 tablespoons

Ingredients for Coconut-Braised Cabbage

How to Make Coconut-Braised Cabbage

Step 1: Preparing the Cabbage

• Rinse the cabbage thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 3-4 cm).
• Soak the cabbage in diluted salt water for about 10 minutes to remove any dirt and pesticide residue. Rinse again with clean water and let it drain.

Note:

• Cut the cabbage lengthwise to keep the core intact, which helps prevent the pieces from falling apart while braising.
• For softer cabbage, you can blanch it in boiling water before braising.

Step 2: Preparing the Other Ingredients

• Peel and finely chop the shallots and garlic.
• Rinse the chili, then slice or finely chop according to your preferred level of spiciness.

Preparing Shallots, Garlic, and Chili

Step 3: Sautéing the Cabbage

• Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pot, then add the chopped shallots and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
• Add the cabbage and stir-fry over high heat for about 2-3 minutes until the cabbage is tender and absorbs the flavors.

Step 4: Braising the Cabbage with Coconut Water

• Pour 300 ml of fresh coconut water into the pot, then add 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Stir well to dissolve the seasonings.
• Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 20-25 minutes until the coconut water thickens and the cabbage is tender.

Tip:

• To make the dish more visually appealing, you can caramelize some sugar (caramelize sugar) before adding the coconut water.
• For a richer flavor, you can add a bit of coconut cream at the end.

Cabbage Braising in Coconut Water

Step 5: Finishing and Serving

• Once the braising liquid has thickened and the cabbage has absorbed the flavors, turn off the heat and sprinkle some ground black pepper and a few slices of chili on top for added flavor.
• Serve the coconut-braised cabbage hot with steamed rice.

Finished Coconut-Braised Cabbage

Conclusion

With this simple coconut-braised cabbage recipe, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish for your family. The sweet and savory taste of coconut water combined with the crispiness of cabbage is sure to be a hit. Save this recipe and try it out today!

Wishing you success and enjoyable family meals!

References:

• How to choose fresh cabbage
• Cooking recipe from Bà Mẹ Quê YouTube channel