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A colorful vegetable stir fry in a skillet, showcasing fresh ingredients and vibrant colors.

Vegetable Stir Fry

A quick and colorful vegetable stir fry that’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients and a bold sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Pat dry after rinsing
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Pat dry after rinsing
  • 1 cup zucchini, sliced
  • 1/2 cup baby corn
  • 1 cup cabbage, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
Aromatics
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
Protein (optional)
  • 1 cup chicken, thinly sliced Or substitute shrimp, tofu, beef, or scrambled eggs
Noodles or Rice
  • 3 cups cooked rice or noodles Use what is easiest
Cooking Oil
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or peanut oil Use a high smoke point oil
Easy Stir Fry Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1-2 teaspoons rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil A little goes a long way
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water Helps sauce cling
  • to taste pinch chili flakes or sriracha Optional for heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prep all ingredients beforehand and have them ready to go.
  2. Mix the stir fry sauce in a mug or small bowl.
Cooking
  1. Heat the pan on medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Add oil, then quickly add minced garlic and grated ginger for 10 to 20 seconds.
  3. Cook protein (if using) until mostly cooked, then remove and set aside.
  4. Add hard vegetables like carrots and broccoli first, then add softer veggies like bell peppers and mushrooms.
  5. Add the stir fry sauce at the end and toss everything together until well coated.
  6. Finish with optional sesame seeds or green onions and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

For best results, do not overcrowd the pan and keep everything moving during cooking to achieve crispy veggies.