Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry Recipe

Craving a quick, flavorful, and healthy vegetarian dinner? This Simple Vegetarian Stir-Fry is your answer! This incredible recipe delivers the perfect balance of savory and sweet, with tender-crisp veggies coated in a mouthwatering sauce. Easily customize the soy sauce and brown sugar to your liking – more savory or sweeter, the choice is yours! Serve this vibrant stir-fry over fluffy brown rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Ready in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 150.4 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry

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How to Make Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  2. Add 1 cup of mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers etc.) and 1/2 cup chopped onion to the cornstarch mixture. Toss to evenly coat.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until slightly tender-crisp.
  4. Add 1 cup of broccoli florets and stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil.
  6. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir-fry for 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the vegetables evenly.
  7. Serve the stir-fry immediately over cooked brown rice. Garnish with sesame seeds (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

2g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry?

Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry?

Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry has approximately 150.4 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry?

The key ingredients for Simple Vegetarian Stir Fry are Cornstarch, Water, Garlic Powder, Olive Oil, Mixed Vegetables, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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