Chinese-inspired Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cup (150g) snow peas 1 cup (150g) snow peas
• 1 cup (150g) broccoli florets 1 cup (150g) broccoli florets
• 1 cup (150g) mushrooms, sliced 1 cup (150g) mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup (150g) baby corn, halved 1 cup (150g) baby corn, halved
• 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) oyster sauce (optional for non-vegetarian version) 1 tablespoon (15ml) oyster sauce (optional for non-vegetarian version)
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) sesame oil 1 tablespoon (15ml) sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 23g, 9g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
2. 2.
   Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the bell peppers, carrot, snow peas, broccoli, mushrooms, and baby corn. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
5. 5.
   Pour the sauce over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
6. 6.
   Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions.
7. 7.
   Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ginger — Peel the ginger using a spoon or a vegetable peeler before grating to remove the tough outer skin.
• Snow peas — Remove the tough string from the snow peas by snapping off the stem end and pulling it down the side of the pod.

Tips & Tricks

• For a non-vegetarian version, add cooked chicken, beef, or shrimp to the stir-fry.
• Customize the vegetables according to your preference and seasonal availability.
• To add a touch of heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes or drizzle with sriracha sauce.
• For a glossy finish, sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve this Chinese-inspired vegetable stir-fry hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal. It pairs well with a side of pickled vegetables or a simple cucumber salad.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the stir-fried vegetables on a large platter and garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions. Serve with steamed rice in individual bowls or on the side.