Description
Yamitsuki Cabbage, or “Addictive Cabbage,” is a quick and flavorful Japanese side dish made with crisp cabbage tossed in garlic, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, and umami-rich seasonings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 head cabbage (~300 grams)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 1/2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp salt (I recommend doing a little at a time until you reached your desired level of saltiness - feel free to add more!)
- 1/2 tsp hondashi
Instructions
- Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces.
- Grind the toasted sesame seeds using a suribachi and surikogi (amortar and pestle, spice grinder, or crushing them in a resealable bag with a rolling pin works, too). This helps release their nutty flavor and aroma.
- In a large container (this is where you’re going to add all the cabbage, so make sure it’s big enough! A large bowl with a lid or ziplock bag works too) with a lid, grate the garlic. Add the toasted sesame oil, ground sesame seeds, and soy sauce, then stir to combine.
- Add the cabbage to the container. Sprinkle the hondashi and a small amount of the kosher salt over the cabbage. Secure the lid and toss well to evenly coat the cabbage with the seasonings.
- Taste and adjust the salt as needed. I recommend adding the salt gradually, tossing, and tasting between additions until it reaches your preferred level of saltiness.
- Serve immediately and enjoy as a side dish, appetizer, or alongside your favorite Japanese meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4