Description
Izakaya-style salted cabbage, known as ‘shio kyabetsu’, is a simple yet flavorful Japanese appetizer often served at pubs. It’s made with fresh cabbage, seasoned with sesame oil, salt, garlic, and sometimes a hint of umami from dashi or MSG.
Ingredients
- 300g cabbage (about 1/2 small head)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 clove garlic (grated or minced)
- 1/2 tsp msg or dashi powder (optional)
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chopped spring onions (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Remove the core from the cabbage and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Rinse the cabbage thoroughly and drain well.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cabbage, sesame oil, salt, garlic, and optional MSG or dashi powder.
- Toss everything together until the cabbage is evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Transfer to a serving plate and top with toasted sesame seeds and chopped spring onions if using.
- Serve immediately or chill slightly before serving.
Notes
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for a few hours before serving.
- Adjust salt and garlic to taste.
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of soy sauce or a dash of chili oil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
