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Vegetable Stir Fry Recipes – Slender Kitchen

These vegetable stir-fry recipes are even better than takeout! You still get the same flavor as your local Chinese restaurant, but with less oil and calories.

I love some good Chinese food or a good stir-fry, but it doesn’t always make me feel my best. So, I decided to put together a list of easy and healthy vegetable stir-fry recipes that you can make in your own kitchen!

From sautéed snow peas to cabbage fried rice and sautéed vegetables, there’s no shortage of new finds on this list. They’re easy to make, pair well with any of your favorite entrees, and don’t contain any of the bad stuff. Read on to find your favorite vegetable stir-fry recipe as soon as possible.

Vegetable stir-fry recipes

If you’re looking for a quick vegetarian side dish, this Sautéed Bok Choy is your answer! With soy sauce, garlic, and a little heat, the bok choy becomes perfectly tender and crispy. It’s a versatile addition to any meal and can even be used as a topping for ramen or stir-fried with your favorite protein.

Need an easy and delicious vegetable side dish? This stir-fried bok choy takes only 15 minutes to make and is packed with garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of spice. It’s the perfect addition to any meal when you want something fresh and delicious.

This Stir-fried Chinese Broccoli is a quick and delicious side dish that features tender, bright green broccoli sautéed with pesto and ginger. This dish is paired with delicious oyster sauce for an authentic Asian flavour.

This is a stir-fried vegetable dish that takes just minutes to prepare, combining fresh vegetables with a delicious soy, rice vinegar, and honey stir-fry sauce. It’s perfect as a side dish or with rice, a delicious addition to any meal, and you can even add a protein if you’d like.

This quinoa stir-fry is everything you love about takeout, but with a healthy twist. Paired with crunchy veggies and a spicy-sweet almond butter sauce, it’s both satisfying and delicious. Add a little Sriracha sauce for some heat and it’s the perfect quick snack when you’re craving something delicious.

Fresh veggies like cabbage, broccoli, and mushrooms come together in this delicious musu stir-fry, all tossed in a delicious hoisin sauce. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Adding scrambled eggs adds protein, and the vibrant flavor will make this your new weeknight go-to.

If you’re looking for a light and delicious vegetarian side dish, stir-fried snow peas are the answer. Tossed with soy sauce, sesame seeds, and a bit of ginger, they cook quickly and are the perfect balance of crunchy, salty, and slightly sweet.

Turn edamame into an irresistible snack with this tahini sauce! Coated with a delicious soy sauce blend and sesame oil, it’s the perfect balance of salty and spicy, plus a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes.

Skip the carbs with these fresh zucchini noodles, sauteed to perfection in a savory sauce. It takes just a few minutes to cook, making this an ideal low-maintenance side dish for busy weeknights.

Craving fried rice but want something lighter? This Cabbage Fried Rice is the perfect recipe for you. Made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and savory seasonings, it tastes just like your favorite takeout but with fewer carbs. Stir in scrambled eggs and a splash of soy sauce, and you’ve got a quick and delicious side dish.

Cauliflower Fried Rice is a low-carb twist on classic fried rice, packed with the goodness of sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Add your choice of protein or veggies to make it your own – it’s versatile and delicious.

Main dishes to pair with these recipes

Need a little extra? Serve these main dishes with these vegetable stir-fry recipes for a balanced meal:

  • chicken: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken, Sautéed Chicken, or this easy Orange Chicken.
  • beef: Stir-fried beef, slow-cooked Korean beef or delicious sesame beef.
  • pork: Mushu pork, General Tso’s pork or this rich Asian pork tenderloin.
  • seafood: Sautéed shrimp, a simple salmon stir fry, or this restaurant’s signature sesame tuna.
  • Tofu: Pan-fried sesame tofu with edamame, kung pao tofu or grilled Asian tofu.

Tips for making stir-fried vegetables

  • Fresh is best: Be sure to eat fresh garlic and fresh ginger. Trust me, they bring a lot more flavor than the powdery stuff and your stir-fry will thank you.
  • Add edamame: Add some edamame for some protein—plus, they make the dish taste delicious.
  • Add crunch: Sesame seeds, peanuts, scallions, red onions, or cashews can enhance the texture and give your stir-fries a satisfying crunch!
  • Save the sauce until last: Save the sauce until the end so the vegetables stay crisp and the stir-fry doesn’t become soggy.
  • mash up: Feel free to mix and match whatever veggies you have on hand.
  • Cornstarch is your friend: Cornstarch is your secret weapon for making the sauce crispy and thickened just right.
  • To heat it up: Turn up the firepower! The pan needs to be very hot to stir-fry perfectly.
  • Cook in batches: If the pot is crowded, cook in batches to avoid soggy meat.
  • Preparation is key: First prepare all the ingredients. Stir-frying is quick and you’ll want to have everything ready.
  • Use a wok or cast iron pan: These tools retain heat better than non-stick pans. If you don’t have these, you can just throw everything on a sheet pan, toss the veggies into the stir-fry sauce, and bake.
  • Stir, stir, stir: Stir often so it doesn’t get stuck or burn – the heat is high so keep stirring!

Four Easy Stir-Fry Sauces

No stir-fry is truly complete without a killer stir-fry sauce to tie it all together. Here are four easy homemade sauces you can make in no time, just place them in a glass jar and store them in the refrigerator for easy use when you need a boost of flavor.

  • Classic: Combine 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce with 1/2 cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
  • Pineapple Hoisin Sauce: Combine 1/3 cup pineapple juice, 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/2 tablespoon minced ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
  • Sweet and Spicy: Combine 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce with 1/2 cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon Asian chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
  • Peanut butter: Combine 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce with 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1/4 teaspoon paprika flakes and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.

FAQ

Still have questions about making sautéed vegetables? Here are your answers:

How do you keep stir-fried vegetables crispy?

To keep vegetables nice and crispy, avoid overcooking them. Heat the pot, add oil and stir-fry quickly. You get crunchy, cooked vegetables on the outside and tender on the inside.

How much oil should I use when cooking?

You don’t need a lot of oil when cooking, just a small amount applied to the bottom of the pot. A few tablespoons will keep everything from sticking together while still getting the crunch of a stir-fry.

What oil is best for cooking?

Choose an oil with a high smoke point, such as avocado, soy, vegetable or peanut oil. These oils will give you the best results at high temperatures. Olive oil also works, but it has a lower smoke point. It tastes great, but be careful with the heat.

Do you need to add water when cooking?

If the vegetables cook too quickly or burn, add a little water to help them cook without drying out. It helps steam them enough while maintaining a crisp-tender texture, especially with denser vegetables.

Why does my stir-fry taste bland?

If your stir-fry has no flavor, it’s likely that it’s missing a sauce or seasoning. Try adding a little soy sauce, soy sauce, or coconut aminos to bring out those salty notes and really enhance the flavor.

What to cook first when cooking?

Start with the vegetables that take the longest to cook, such as carrots or broccoli. Top it off with a quick-cooking vegetable like snow peas or leafy greens to keep everything crisp and fresh.

Why is my stir-fry soggy?

A soggy stir-fry usually means your pan is too crowded or you’re adding the sauce too early. Make sure not to overfill the pot and wait until the end to add the sauce. Also, fresh vegetables are key—frozen vegetables will release too much moisture and make your stir-fry a mess.

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