Sichuan Inspired Cabbage

  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Global Inspiration: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 pod star anise
  • 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds
  • 2 teaspoons chile powder
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons whole Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1-pound green cabbage, cored, halved and sliced 1-inch thick.
  • 3 tablespoons chile crisp sauce
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Chinese black vinegar
  • Kosher salt
  • Fresh cilantro leaves and sliced green onions, for garnish.

Directions

  • In a large wok over high heat, add the peanut oil and preheat the wok.
  • Meanwhile, combine the star anise, cumin seeds, chile powder, cayenne and Sichuan peppercorns in a spice grinder and pulverize.
  • When the oil is just starting to smoke, add the spices and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the cabbage and cook, tossing and stirring to coat, just until the cabbage is slightly pliable but still has some crunch, about 5 minutes.
  • Finish with the chile crisp, soy sauce and black vinegar.
  • Adjust for seasoning.
  • Transfer to a platter and garnish as desired with the cilantro and green onions.