Frozen Arendelle Snow Pea and Carrot Stir-Fry
A quick, colorful stir-fry featuring crisp snow peas and carrots in a light garlic ginger sauce, inspired by the snowy kingdom of a snowy kingdom. This asian-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 17 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, julienned carrots, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 1 cup, julienned carrots
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp, finely minced fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks, sliced thinly green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp finely minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 1 cup julienned carrots to the skillet, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp and bright in color.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce and 1 tsp honey, tossing to coat the vegetables evenly. Cook for an additional 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve warm as a vibrant side dish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Frozen Arendelle Snow Pea and Carrot Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 17 minutes (10 min prep + 7 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 Frozen Arendelle Snow Pea and Carrot 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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Frozen Arendelle Snow Pea and Carrot 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 Frozen Arendelle Snow Pea and Carrot 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 Frozen Arendelle Snow Pea and Carrot 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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