Crisp Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame and Ginger
A light and vibrant stir fry featuring crisp snow peas and julienned carrots tossed in a fragrant ginger-sesame sauce. This asian-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 18 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, medium, julienned (about 1 cup) carrots, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 3, 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.
Ingredients
- 8 oz, trimmed snow peas
- 2 medium, julienned (about 1 cup) carrots
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2, thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering hot.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz trimmed snow peas and 1 cup julienned carrots to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes, tossing frequently, until vegetables are tender-crisp and bright in color.
- Step 4: Pour in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp rice vinegar, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly. Cook for another 1 minute until the sauce slightly thickens and glazes the veggies.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions over the top. Toss gently and serve immediately as a side or light main.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crisp Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame and Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Crisp Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame and Ginger?
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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crisp Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame and Ginger?
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 Crisp Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame and Ginger for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Crisp Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame and Ginger 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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