SaveVegetable Stir Fry
Crisp-tender vegetables in a savory garlic ginger sauce. 15 minutes, endlessly customizable.
Edited by Brian Kaplan·Last updated April 12, 2026
Servings
Est. total: $8.00 · $2.00/serving
Cost estimates are approximate and vary by location, store, season, and brand. Actual prices may differ.
Ingredients
- 2 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 medium carrots (sliced thin on the diagonal)
- 1 cup baby corn
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cup cooked white rice (for serving)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry in a small bowl. Set sauce aside.
3 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp rice vinegar1 tsp sesame oil1 tbsp cornstarch - 2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking. Add carrots and broccoli — the hardest vegetables go first. Stir-fry 3 minutes.
2 tbsp vegetable oil2 medium carrots2 cup broccoli florets - 3
Add bell pepper, snap peas, and baby corn. Stir-fry 2-3 minutes until vegetables are bright and tender-crisp. Add garlic and ginger, cook 30 seconds.
1 medium red bell pepper1 cup snap peas1 cup baby corn4 cloves garlic1 tbsp fresh ginger - 4
Pour sauce over vegetables and toss until everything is coated and sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Serve immediately over rice, garnished with sesame seeds.
4 cup cooked white rice1 tbsp sesame seeds
Pairs With
Austrian Gruner Veltliner with white pepper notes
Herbal, peppery character complements the ginger and garlic
Light Asian-style lager
Clean and refreshing, doesn't compete with the vegetables
Ginger beer, lime juice, mint
Non-alcoholic option that echoes the stir-fry's ginger notes
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Nutrition
Per serving. Estimated values. Not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
Tips
- •Cut all vegetables before you start cooking — stir-fry moves fast.
- •Add vegetables in order of cooking time: hardest first, most tender last.
Substitutions
- snap peas → snow peas or green beans
- baby corn → water chestnuts
- soy sauce → tamari for gluten-free
Leftovers
Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in a hot skillet — microwave makes vegetables mushy.
Leftover Ideas
Nutrition values are estimates calculated per serving and may vary based on brand, preparation method, and serving size. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. Consult a registered dietitian for specific nutritional needs.
Allergen Notice: Recipes may contain or come into contact with major allergens including milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame. Always verify ingredient labels for allergen information specific to the brands you use.
Drink pairing suggestions are for adults of legal drinking age only. Please drink responsibly.
Food Safety: Follow USDA safe minimum internal temperatures: Poultry 165°F (74°C), Ground meats 165°F (74°C), Beef/pork/lamb steaks 145°F (63°C) with 3-min rest, Fish 145°F (63°C). Use an instant-read thermometer — do not rely on visual cues alone. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
