Air Fryer Napa Cabbage Wedges with Miso Butter, Crispy Panko and Lime

Name: Air Fryer Napa Cabbage Wedges with Miso Butter, Crispy Panko and Lime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión asiática
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb napa cabbage; 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; 2 tbsp white miso; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tsp lime zest; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp honey; 2 tbsp fresh chives; 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp salt

An original Air Fryer recipe featuring napa cabbage wedges cooked until tender inside and caramelized on the edges, brushed with miso butter and finished with crispy panko, fresh lime, and chives. A flavorful vegetarian appetizer or side dish with great texture contrast.

15 minPrep

13 minCook

28 minTotal

4Servings

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Adjust servings

1 pequeño, cortado en 8 gajos 700 g napa cabbage (without retirar demasiado the stalk for que the wedges mantengan su forma)
45 g unsalted butter, melted
30 g white miso
15 ml olive oil
40 g panko breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic (finely grated or chopped)
1 cdita lime zest
30 ml lime juice (more wedges of lima for servir)
5 ml honey
10 g fresh chives (chopped fino)
9 g sesame seeds (lightly tostadas)
1/4 cdita black pepper
1/4 cdita salt (ajustar with cuidado porque the miso ya es salado)

Nutrition facts

per serving

135 kcal

Calories

3.3 g

Protein

11.2 g

Carbs

9 g

Fat

2.3 g

Fiber

8.9 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

GlutenDairySoySesame

Instructions

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1. Preheat the Air Fryer to 375 °F / 190 °C for 3 minutes.
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2. Cut the napa cabbage into 8 lengthwise wedges, leaving part of the core attached so the wedges hold together. Pat dry lightly with paper towels if the surface is very wet.
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3. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the white miso, 2 teaspoons of the olive oil, the garlic, lime zest, 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, honey, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
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4. In another bowl, combine the panko with the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil and half of the sesame seeds. Mix well so the crumbs are lightly coated.
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5. Brush the napa cabbage wedges on both sides with most of the miso butter, reserving 1 tablespoon for the final finish. Arrange them in the Air Fryer basket in a single layer; cook in batches if needed.
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6. Air fry at 375 °F / 190 °C for 8 minutes. Open the Air Fryer, sprinkle the seasoned panko over the top of each wedge, and press gently so it sticks.
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7. Continue cooking at 375 °F / 190 °C for 5 more minutes, or until the cabbage is tender in the center and browned at the edges, and the panko is crisp.
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8. Transfer the wedges to a serving platter. Drizzle with the reserved tablespoon of miso butter and the remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice. Finish with chopped chives, the rest of the sesame seeds, and serve with extra lime wedges.

Chef tips

If your Air Fryer is small, cook in two batches so air can circulate well and the cabbage browns instead of steaming. For deeper flavor, let the wedges sit with the miso mixture for 5 minutes before cooking.

Substitutions

You can use regular Chinese cabbage if napa cabbage is unavailable. The butter can be replaced with a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free version, and chives can be swapped for finely sliced scallions.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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