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Melissa
March 27, 2015
We just finished eating this lovely, simple stir fry. I loved the flavours- I am a sucker for fennel seed, and for trying new ways to eat local veggies from cold storage. I will definately make it again- as a side dish- to accompany main dish beans or meat, rice or fried potato. We made it a meal with runny fried egg on top, great suggestion...we'll enjoy the leftovers with tomorrow's egg breakfast. Madhur Jaffrey is one of my favourite cookbook authors- I don't own a copy of 'Quick & Easy' so it's now on my wish list...
Aimee R.
March 27, 2015
The link to the sexy cabbage roundup is broken and I really want to see what other recipes for cabbage you were offering?
heather
February 4, 2014
this is so good just made it but made a little bit more spicy my husband will love this we both love Indian food thanks for the recipe ?
hbomb
May 6, 2013
A variation of this dish became a staple in my kitchen a couple years ago. I skip the onion and add chopped fresh mango, or if I had time whenever mangos were cheap carribean style mango salsa that I can.
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January 22, 2013
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emcsull
January 21, 2013
I have revered Madhur Jaffrey and her cookbooks for 20 years, no suprise to find her here, she is the best !
PRST
January 21, 2013
Made this last night with a mix of napa and savoy cabbages. YUM! I was skeptical about the small amounts of spices but found the recipe to be right on. My husband can't wait to use the leftovers on his lunch sandwich.
Christina @.
January 21, 2013
This sounds delicious! When I read the title, I immediately thought of the Italian dish my family makes which we call minestra which is mostly cabbage with other greens, beans and fennel seeds (to mimic the flavor of the kind of sausage which goes into it in Italy.) It's so incredibly healthy because it's all greens-actually a community pick here on Food52 ;) http://christinascucina.blogspot.com/search/label/Minestra
Jabwok
January 20, 2013
I know it's lazy but I often buy coleslaw and stir fry it. I'm going to use this recipe. My "coleslaw" is often flavored Chinese, Italian and now Indian,
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cook4fun
January 20, 2013
Choosing not to make sauerkraut yesterday I was wondering what to do with the 2 cabbages in our fridge. Well, the first of the two became Stir-fried Cabbage with Fennel Seeds. A perfect lunch. I'm imagining the same fate for the second cabbage as well. Thank you for another genius recipe. One change, okay two changes. Not having sesame seeds (or not finding the sesame seeds I know are in the bottom of the freezer somewhere), I substituted 2 tablespoons of pumpkin seeds. Delicious and big enough for a nice crunch when you get one. Also, subbed Aleppo Pepper for the cayenne ;-)
Judy C.
January 20, 2013
I love Madhur Jaffrey's recipes and cook lots of Indian at home. I'm always looking for ways to use Szechwan Pepper so wonder about leaving out the garam masala and sprinkling in a little bit, for that surprising tingly sensation it gives. What do you think?
Kristen M.
January 21, 2013
Sounds like a fun variation! I love that strange tingling too. Let us know how it goes if you try it out.
aimeebama
January 19, 2013
This is outrageously good. Tonight's seal of approval via our toddler: «Nummmmmmmy!» (She couldn't get enough of it.)
Brette W.
January 17, 2013
It's taken three years, but I've officially converted my roommates to cabbage-lovers. All it took was this recipe. Thanks K!
AntoniaJames
January 16, 2013
Made this for dinner; even better than I imagined. Excellent recipe. ;o)
darksideofthespoon
January 16, 2013
I just went to the store (for milk, etc) and saw a head of cabbage. I knew right away I had to buy it to make this dish tomorrow night. Very excited!
Although, could I use purple cabbage? I already have a head of it in my fridge too, although I wasn't sure. No matter though, I can use it for a million other things! ;)
Although, could I use purple cabbage? I already have a head of it in my fridge too, although I wasn't sure. No matter though, I can use it for a million other things! ;)
Fairmount_market
January 17, 2013
I love this recipe and am so happy to see it featured! And I think it's very flexible; I found that it even works well with green and purple brussels sprouts: http://fairmountmarket.blogspot.com/2012/03/stir-fried-brussel-sprouts-with-seeds.html
Anna H.
January 16, 2013
This couldn't come at a better time - I have a head of cabbage in my refrigerator right now with Madhur Jaffrey's name on it.
Kristen M.
January 16, 2013
I always felt like the heads of cabbage in my fridge needed more names on them. This helps!
China M.
January 16, 2013
When I make this cabbage, I tend to eat about half from the pan before it even hits the table. After reading kristen's beautiful description, I will definitely have to make it this week!
AntoniaJames
January 16, 2013
Love this!! In fact, I'll probably make it this evening. Anyone who likes Ms. Jaffrey's recipes should read her beautiful, captivating memoir: "Climbing the Mango Trees: A Memoir of Childhood in India." http://www.amazon.com/Climbing-Mango-Trees-Childhood-ebook/dp/B000WJOVCW/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1 . ;o).
Panfusine
January 16, 2013
One of my favorite books.. I love the recipe she included int that book for yogurt and dumplings.. It's her mothers..divine!
Angela
January 16, 2013
fennel is a big no-no for my husband. any ideas for a sub? just more of the other spices?
fiveandspice
January 16, 2013
It would be different, but you could try mustard seeds. I make a sauteed cabbage with spices including mustard seed that I totally love.
AntoniaJames
January 16, 2013
I'd use kala jeera, a smoky black cumin that goes well with regular cumin and onions. I've never tried it with sesame, but am sure it would go well. I buy kala jeera from Penzeys, when that's more convenient than going to my favorite Indian grocer, which doesn't always have it on hand anyway. (And I'm looking for new ways to use kala jeera, so I most certainly will be trying it in this . . . after making the original recipe at least once.) ;o)
Angela
January 16, 2013
I have both mustard seeds and kala jeera from Penzeys! Will try those. Thanks!
Kristen M.
January 16, 2013
Angela, it's funny -- I think Julia Moskin must not love fennel seeds either. In the version of this recipe she adapted for the NY Times, she cut them: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/15/dining/155grex.html?_r=0
But I think fiveandspice and AntoniaJames' alternates sound more exciting!
But I think fiveandspice and AntoniaJames' alternates sound more exciting!
Panfusine
January 16, 2013
This type of stir fried cabbage is one of the most common dishes in Indian homes. Its one of those every day offerings. The South Indians sauté it with mustard seeds, cumin and one dried arbol chile. Others use panch phoron, the variations are countless.. Go ahead, feel free to omit the fennel.,
Midge
January 16, 2013
I've been hooked on the stir fried cabbage in Hot Sour Salty Sweet, but can't wait to try this version!
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