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Vegetable Stir Fry

A quick and colorful vegetable stir fry packed with fresh veggies and vibrant flavors, perfect for a healthy and delicious weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the broccoli florets, snap peas, and carrots; stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables start to soften.
  4. Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers and cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly.
  6. If desired, add the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional minute to thicken the sauce.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions.
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For added protein, toss in tofu cubes or your favorite cooked meat. Serve with steamed jasmine rice or whole-grain noodles for a complete meal.