Description
A vibrant and healthy Vegetable Stir Fry recipe featuring a medley of fresh vegetables tossed in a flavorful soy and oyster sauce blend, perfectly paired with steamed white rice. This quick and easy dish is ideal for a nutritious weeknight meal, offering a delightful balance of textures and savory notes.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ onion (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (any color, sliced)
- 2 carrots (sliced into coins)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cups snap peas
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Additional
- 1 cup white rice (cooked according to package)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped green onion (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Add all sauce ingredients—low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and sesame oil—to a mason jar or bowl. Shake or whisk until fully combined and set aside.
- Heat the Oil: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté Aromatics and Initial Veggies: Add sliced onion, bell pepper, carrots, and kosher salt to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to soften and develop flavors.
- Add Mushrooms: Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables in the skillet, stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Thicken the Sauce: Continue cooking while stirring until the sauce thickens and clings to the vegetables. Then reduce the heat to low.
- Add Remaining Vegetables: Add the snap peas and broccoli florets, cooking on low heat for 2 to 3 more minutes to keep them crisp-tender.
- Serve: Plate the stir fry over cooked white rice and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onion if desired for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Oyster sauce can be substituted with vegetarian mushroom sauce for a vegetarian option.
- Feel free to swap or add other vegetables like zucchini or baby corn based on preference.
- Serve immediately for the best texture as vegetables retain their crispness.
- Adding protein like tofu, chicken, or shrimp can make it a more substantial meal.
