Easiest Vegetable Stir Fry Simple and Healthy Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 unit carrot, julienned
- 1 unit zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional for thickening)
- 1 unit sesame seeds for garnish
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large wok or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the broccoli florets, sliced bell peppers, julienned carrot, snap peas, and sliced zucchini to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the vegetables, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for another minute.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, add the cornstarch mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, giving it a final stir before removing from heat.
💡 Chef's Notes
Serve on a large platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish. Add fresh chili for extra flavor.