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

  1. In a large wok or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. 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.
  4. Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the vegetables, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for another minute.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.

Recipe by Eleanor Whitford - Culinary Writer