Expressive Spicy Peanut Vegetable Stir-Fry

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A vibrant stir-fry of colorful vegetables in a rich, spicy peanut sauce, bursting with flavor and nutrition to express your bold culinary spirit. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs Broccoli, Carrots, Bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 3.7 (10 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 tbsp peanut butter, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat and add a splash of oil. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup julienned carrots, 1 cup sliced bell peppers, and 1 cup trimmed snap peas, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Pour the peanut sauce mixture over the vegetables and stir to coat, cooking for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately over 4 cups cooked rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Expressive Spicy Peanut Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Expressive Spicy Peanut 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 Expressive Spicy Peanut 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 Expressive Spicy Peanut Vegetable Stir-Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

What goes well with Expressive Spicy Peanut Vegetable Stir-Fry?

Asian asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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