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Easy Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe

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4.2 from 6 reviews

This easy vegetable stir fry recipe is a vibrant, quick, and healthy weeknight dinner option. Packed with colorful vegetables and tossed in a flavorful sweet and savory sauce, it comes together in just 20 minutes. Perfect on its own or served over rice or noodles, and can easily be made gluten-free with tamari.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
  • 3 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas
  • 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Stir Fry Sauce

  • ½ cup water
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari for gluten-free option)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the stir fry sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the water, low-sodium soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated garlic, grated fresh ginger, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes if using until the cornstarch is fully dissolved and sauce is homogenous.
  2. Cook the vegetables: Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, cremini mushrooms, broccoli florets, sugar snap peas, and thinly sliced carrots. Stir and toss frequently, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
  3. Add the sauce and finish: Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the prepared stir fry sauce over the vegetables. Stir continuously and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the vegetables evenly. The vegetables should be crisp-tender at this stage.
  4. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, season to taste if needed, then top with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately over your choice of cooked rice or noodles if desired.

Notes

  • For gluten-free, substitute low-sodium soy sauce with certified gluten-free tamari.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference or omit for mild flavor.
  • Use fresh grated ginger and garlic for best flavor.
  • Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • To add protein, consider adding tofu, chicken, or shrimp before cooking the vegetables.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/easy-vegetable-stir-fry-recipe/