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Colorful wok vegetable stir fry with broccoli, carrots, snap peas, and sesame seeds
chinese Easy lunch

Ginger Garlic Vegetable Stir Fry

Crisp-tender broccoli florets, snap peas, bell peppers, and carrots tossed in a glossy ginger-soy sesame sauce.

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Servings
4

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Whisk all sauce ingredients together in a small bowl until cornstarch is completely dissolved.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add broccoli and carrots. Stir-fry 3 minutes. Add 2 tbsp water, cover immediately for 1 minute to steam broccoli until vibrant green.
  4. Uncover, add remaining 1 tbsp oil, bell peppers, snap peas, and mushrooms. Stir-fry over high heat for 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Give the sauce a quick stir and pour into center of wok.
  6. Toss continuously for 1-2 minutes until sauce boils and thickens into a glossy glaze coating all vegetables.
  7. Remove from heat, transfer to a platter, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve with rice or noodles.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Essential Tips

  • Quick steaming broccoli and carrots with 2 tbsp water ensures they become tender without burning
  • Cut all vegetables to uniform sizes so they cook at an even pace
  • Keep wok screaming hot so veggies sear rather than stew

⭐ Why This Recipe Works

  • Healthy, nutrient-packed plant power in 20 minutes
  • Crisp-tender vegetables never get soggy
  • Versatile side dish or main over steamed rice or noodles
  • Great way to clear out whatever veggies are in the crisper drawer

🔄 Delicious Variations

  • Add crispy pressed tofu cubes for vegetarian protein
  • Add sliced chicken breast or flank steak
  • Stir in cashews or peanuts for extra crunch

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent soggy stir fry?
Cook in batches if your pan is small, and maintain high heat throughout.
Can I use frozen vegetables?
Fresh vegetables provide far superior crunch; if using frozen, thaw and pat thoroughly dry.
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