Kumquat's Spicy Oriental Stir Fry Recipe

A fiery and flavorful stir-fry bursting with the unique zest of kumquats! This recipe, perfected over years of culinary experimentation, boasts a vibrant sauce that's both intensely flavorful and surprisingly healthy. Unlike overly sweet restaurant versions, this sauce delivers a spicy kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for meat-lovers and vegetarians alike – easily adaptable with chicken, beef, tofu, or wheat gluten. Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 349.6 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 4.2 (11 Reviews)
Kumquat's Spicy Oriental Stir Fry

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kumquat's Spicy Oriental Stir Fry

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How to Make Kumquat's Spicy Oriental Stir Fry

  1. Prepare the rice: In a medium saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. Add rice, stir, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until tender.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop all vegetables according to ingredient list.
  3. Make the sauce: Whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1-2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (or to taste), and 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
  4. Stir-fry the vegetables: Heat vegetable and sesame oils in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add snow peas and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add bell pepper and onion; stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add the meat substitute or meat and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
  8. Add the kumquats and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  9. Pour the sauce over the vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  10. Serve the stir-fry over hot rice. Garnish with sliced scallions and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

4g

Carbs

18g

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