Crispy Tuna and Sardine Cabbage Stir-Fry
What Started it all:
canned fish (tuna, sardines), Cabbage, cereal, frying pan
This dish is a quick and flavorful way to turn simple canned fish and cabbage into a delicious, crispy stir-fry. Perfect for a hearty meal for four, this recipe leverages the crunch of cereal for an unexpected twist. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 2 cans of tuna (in water or oil, drained)
- 2 cans of sardines (in oil, drained)
- 1 medium cabbage, shredded
- 2 cups of cereal (preferably cornflakes, crushed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Drain the tuna and sardines, set aside.
- Shred the cabbage finely.
- Crush the cereal into small pieces.
- Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the olive oil and let it heat up until shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan.
- Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Toss in the shredded cabbage.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the cabbage starts to wilt and soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add the drained tuna and sardines to the pan.
- Break them up gently with a spatula and mix well with the cabbage.
- Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle with black pepper.
- Stir to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the crushed cereal over the top of the mixture.
- Stir gently to incorporate, allowing the cereal to get slightly toasted and crispy.
- Taste the stir-fry and add salt if needed.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
- Dish up the stir-fry onto plates.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh, tangy finish.
There you have it, a quick and crispy stir-fry that transforms simple ingredients into a tasty meal. The crunch from the cereal adds a brilliant texture that pairs perfectly with the tender cabbage and flavorful fish. Enjoy!