Stir-fried Cabbage with Dried Shrimp

This stir-fried cabbage with dried shrimp is a simple Asian vegetable dish that combines tender cabbage with the savory, umami-rich taste of dried shrimp. It is fast to prepare, full of flavors, and a perfect way to turn humble ingredients into something delicious.

You need very few ingredients for this recipe, mainly shredded cabbage, minced garlic, and dried shrimp that have been soaked and finely chopped. Dried shrimp can be found at Asian grocery stores and it is one of the staple in Vietnamese cuisine. In Vietnamese cooking, it is a pantry staple that adds depth to stir-fries, broths, and sauces.

• 1 oz dried shrimp (about ¼ cup or 30g)
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 1½ tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 lb cabbage, shredded (about 12 oz / 350g shredded or 6 cups)
• 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• black pepper