Whether you're preparing corned beef and cabbage for a St. Patrick's Day feast or simply trying to add some variety (not to mention vitamins C and K) to your diet, boiled cabbage might be just what you're looking for. This simple dish may sound bland or even boring at first, but a little creativity can turn it into an interesting and tasty addition to your table. You can add a hint of heat with peppers or chili flakes, a savory note with bacon or pancetta, or more flavor complexity with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, leeks or carrots.
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Bok choy and napa remain the most commonly known Chinese cabbages available to Americans. With a mild flavor and pleasing texture, both adapt easily to any recipe calling for green cabbage. Bear in mind that cooking bok choy and napa the Chinese way means stir-frying or steaming. Read the steps below to learn how to prepare both cabbages in a variety of ways.
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Cabbage may be peasant food, but it can be fine and tasty as well.