Delicious Simmered Chinese Cabbage and Atsuage with

Name: Delicious Simmered Chinese Cabbage and Atsuage with Thickened Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 grams Chinese or napa cabbage; 1 piece Atsuage; 1 clove Garlic; 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 100 ml Water; 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Sugar; 1 tbsp Mirin; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp each Water, katakuriko

Servings: persons

1
Roughly chop the Chinese cabbage.
2
Blanch the atsuage to remove excess oil and cut it into 1 cm pieces.
3
Thinly slice the garlic.
4
Pour the sesame oil into a frying pan.
5
Add the garlic and cook over medium heat until fragrant.
6
Add the Chinese cabbage and quickly stir-fry, making sure the oil is well distributed.
7
Add the atsuage and the seasonings, cover with a lid and cook over low heat.
8
Simmer for around 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9
When the liquid is reduced and the Chinese cabbage is tender and soft, turn off the heat and add the katakuriko slurry.
10
Turn the heat to high and mix well.
11
When it thickens, it's done.
12
Add green spring onions for color.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 grams Chinese or napa cabbage, 1 piece Atsuage, 1 clove Garlic, 1 tbsp Sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Delicious Simmered Chinese Cabbage and Atsuage with Thickened Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Delicious Simmered Chinese Cabbage and Atsuage with Thickened Sauce

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