A quick and simple Caribbean-style curry cabbage dish that is vegan-friendly and celebrates the festival of lights. Made with basic spices and pantry staples, ready in minutes.
Low-cal
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Adapted from a video by caribbeanpot
Curry Cabbage. Dival Special Day 1 | CaribbeanPot.com
waterinitial amount, add more as needed~2 tbspest.
saltto taste
~½ tspest.
tomatooptional, diced, for brightness~1est.
Steps
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1
Heat olive oil in a pan and add diced onion
2
Add cumin seeds, black pepper, and garlic cloves
3
Reduce heat to low and cook gently for about 3 minutes until fragrant
4
Stir in curry powder and mix well
5
Turn heat to lowest setting and cook for about 4 minutes more to bloom the spices fully, being careful not to burn the curry
6
Increase heat to medium and add shredded cabbage
7
Add water to help release the cabbage's natural juices and stir continuously
8
Season with salt, stir again, and continue cooking on medium heat without a lid
9
Cook for about 5 more minutes until cabbage wilts but still has a slight crunch, adjusting doneness to preference. Optionally add diced tomato to brighten the dish
10
Turn off heat, taste and adjust salt as needed. Serve