Garlic-Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli and Snow Peas
Crisp vegetables tossed in a light soy-ginger sauce with aromatic garlic, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired asian (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, trimmed snow peas, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 1 cup, trimmed snow peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 lb broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes until crisp-tender, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup snow peas and cook for 1 minute, then add the drained broccoli and stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables are bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sugar. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables, then remove from heat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic-Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli and Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Garlic-Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli and Snow Peas?
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 florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli and Snow Peas?
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 Garlic-Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli and Snow Peas 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.
Is Garlic-Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli and Snow Peas 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved it! My family devoured it. So easy and healthy, and the flavors were spot on.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a quick weeknight meal! The garlic and ginger really popped, and the snow peas were so crisp.
- ★★★★☆
Simple and delicious. The ginger was the star, and the broccoli stayed tender-crisp.
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