Austin Budget Vegetable Stir-Fry

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A vibrant, nutrient-packed stir-fry with seasonal vegetables and a tangy ginger-scallion sauce, ready in under 25 minutes. This asian-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli, carrots, snap peas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking (about 30 seconds). Add 2 cups chopped broccoli, 1 cup julienned carrots, and 1 cup trimmed snap peas. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender and bright green.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp cornstarch. Pour mixture over vegetables and stir constantly until sauce thickens and coats vegetables (about 1 minute).
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in 3 tbsp sliced scallions, and serve immediately over 2 cups cooked rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Austin Budget Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Austin Budget Vegetable Stir-Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep broccoli from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Austin Budget Vegetable Stir-Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Austin Budget Vegetable Stir-Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Austin Budget Vegetable Stir-Fry vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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