Anything Goes Stir Fry Recipe

Name: Anything Goes Stir Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Canola Oil; 1 inch grated fresh Ginger; 2 cloves minced Garlic; 1 cup chopped Carrot; chopped Green Onion (optional, for garnish); Pea Pods (optional, if substituting for other medium-firm vegetables); 1 cup chopped Green Beans; ½ cup chopped Sweet Pepper; 1 cup chopped Cauliflower; 1 cup Broccoli florets; Bean Sprouts (optional, if substituting for other tender vegetables); Water Chestnut (not specified in this recipe); 1 cup cooked Skinless Chicken, breaking into bite-sized pieces; Soy Sauce (optional, for serving, to taste); 1 ¾ cups Water (for steaming); ½ cup chopped Onion; Rice or Noodles (for serving); Sesame Seeds (optional, for garnish)

Transform leftover veggies and proteins into a vibrant, flavorful stir-fry! This recipe is packed with garlic and ginger zing, and is incredibly versatile – use whatever you have on hand. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun way to use up party leftovers. Get ready for a delicious and customizable culinary adventure!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 15.6 kcal

Protein 1g

Rating 4.3 (6 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Anything Goes Stir Fry

1 tablespoon Canola Oil
1 inch grated fresh Ginger
2 cloves minced Garlic
1 cup chopped Carrot
chopped Green Onion (optional, for garnish)
Pea Pods (optional, if substituting for other medium-firm vegetables)
1 cup chopped Green Beans
½ cup chopped Sweet Pepper
1 cup chopped Cauliflower
1 cup Broccoli florets
Bean Sprouts (optional, if substituting for other tender vegetables)
Water Chestnut (not specified in this recipe)
1 cup cooked Skinless Chicken, breaking into bite-sized pieces
Soy Sauce (optional, for serving, to taste)
1 ¾ cups Water (for steaming)
½ cup chopped Onion
Rice or Noodles (for serving)
Sesame Seeds (optional, for garnish)

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How to Make Anything Goes Stir Fry

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil (vegetable, canola, or your favorite) in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 inch of grated ginger. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add 1 cup chopped carrots and 1 cup chopped cauliflower (or other firm vegetables like broccoli stems, bell peppers). Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Add ½ cup water, cover, and steam for 2 minutes, or until slightly softened.
Add 1 cup chopped green beans, ½ cup chopped onion, and ½ cup chopped bell peppers (or any other medium-firm vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms).
Add ½ cup water, cover, and steam for 2 minutes, or until slightly softened.
Add 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, beef, tofu, shrimp – your choice!), breaking it into bite-sized pieces if necessary.
Add ½ cup water, cover, and steam for 3 minutes, or until heated through.
Add 1 cup broccoli florets.
Add ¼ cup water, cover, and steam for 2 minutes, or until broccoli is tender-crisp.
Serve hot over rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

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0 g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation For 1 Or 2 Low Protein Healthy Very Low Carbs Main Dish Beef Poultry Seafood Asian Low Fat Chicken Dietary One Dish Meal Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat Number Of Servings