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In case you missed it, cabbage is having a moment. Everyone fromPadmato Giada is crushing on the budget-conscious cold season vegetable. It’s not just for slaw anymore!
When we can find the heads of greens in fine form (they should feel firm and heavy for their size and appear bright and crisp), we adore transforming fresh cabbage intoMelting Cabbage,Cabbage SteaksandCrispy Fish Taco Bowls. And of course cozystuffed cabbage, nutrient-densecabbage soupand gut-friendlykrautandkimchi.
But it can be a bit daunting to make the most of a whole cabbage. These hearty heads ofcruciferous vegcan clock in between 1 and 8 pounds, which can be a lot to enjoy before it’s past its prime. And, let’s face it—we’re all busy, so cooking from scratch (even when it’s one of our favorite veggies of all time) isn’t always realistic.
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For these reasons, and since we’re always on the hunt for ways to sneak more flavor, nutrition and variety into our menus, we were jazzed to see that Trader Joe’s just added a new side dish to their freezer aisle: Stir-Fried Garlicky Cabbage. Not only does the frozen format allow you to keep this cabbage on hand for months to utilize in fast-fix meals, but the TJ’s team also already has this side dish partially prepped. After snagging a bag for $3.49, all that’s left to do is carve out 10 minutes and use your stovetop or microwave to help finish the semi-homemade side.
It’s ideal as a side dish or a base for any protein, and our on-staff dietitians are sold on the short ingredient list (just cabbage, garlic, stir-fry sauce and heart-healthy rice bran oil) and the balanced nutrition. Each 1-cup serving—half of the package—has 130 calories, 9 grams of fat, 3 grams of protein, 9 grams of carbs and an impressive 4 grams offiber. The combo of fiber and protein means that even though this is low in carbs and nearly all veggies, it should help amp up the satisfaction factor of your meal. However, the side is high in sodium, with 620 milligrams per serving, so we recommend keeping the side on hand for once-in-a-while meals.
Speaking of which, once we’re able to get our hands on a package or two of Trader Joe’s Stir-Fried Garlicky Cabbage, we have our sights set on pairing it withHoney-Garlic Chicken Tenderloins,Roast Salmon with Kumquat-Pineapple Chutney,Soy-Lime Roasted TofuandGarlic-Butter Steak Bites. All of the above recipes ask for 15 minutes or less of prep time, then it’s time to dive in. And when we do, in addition to a tasty, well-balanced entree, we’ll be treated to these4 health benefits of cabbage. Now where can we sign a petition for TJ’s to keep this in the freezer case all year long?
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