Ginger Stir-Fried Vegetables (Printable Version)

Crisp vegetables wok-tossed with fresh ginger and savory soy sauce for a quick, healthy Asian-inspired meal ready in 25 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup broccoli florets
02 - 1 cup sliced carrots
03 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
05 - 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms

→ Aromatics & Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
10 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
11 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
14 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Finishing

15 - 2 green onions, sliced
16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

# Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup or honey, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
02 - Heat vegetable oil and sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
03 - Add ginger and garlic; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add onion, carrots, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
05 - Add bell pepper, snap peas, and mushrooms. Continue stir-frying for another 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
06 - Pour in the prepared sauce. Toss well to coat all vegetables. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
07 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • Efficient: Preparation and cooking take just 25 minutes in total.
  • Healthy: Only 120 calories per serving with 4g of protein and 16g of carbohydrates.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally vegan and dairy-free, making it accessible for many lifestyles.
02 -
  • Prep Before Cooking: Stir-frying is a fast process; have all your vegetables chopped and sauce ready in a mixing bowl before turning on the heat.
  • Uniform Sizing: Slice carrots and onions thinly so they cook at the same rate as the broccoli florets.
  • Fresh Aromatics: Finely grating the ginger fresh provides a more intense, aromatic flavor than ground alternatives.
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