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Best Vegetable Stir Fry – Easy Recipe with Fresh Ingredients & Variations


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This vegetable stir fry is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dish made with crisp-tender mixed vegetables, aromatic garlic and ginger, and a savory stir fry sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a customizable, healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas)
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions

  1. Wash and chop all vegetables into uniform sizes.
  2. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add garlic and ginger; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced onion and cook 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add mixed vegetables and stir fry 5–7 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Pour in soy sauce and optional oyster sauce; stir to coat.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Stir fry over medium-high heat for best texture. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Prep all ingredients ahead for quick cooking.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg