Ginger-Garlic Broccoli and Snow Pea Stir-Fry
A vibrant vegetable stir-fry with crisp broccoli and snow peas in a savory ginger-garlic sauce, ready in 20 minutes. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 20 minutes pairs broccoli florets, snow peas, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 broccoli florets
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup green onions
- 1/4 cup cashews
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup snow peas and stir-fry for 2 more minutes.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 tsp cornstarch until dissolved.
- Step 4: Add 1 tbsp minced ginger and 3 garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, stirring continuously until thickened and coating vegetables, about 1-2 minutes.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped green onions and 1/4 cup cashews. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger-Garlic Broccoli and Snow Pea Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Ginger-Garlic Broccoli and Snow Pea 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 florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Garlic Broccoli and Snow Pea 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 Ginger-Garlic Broccoli and Snow Pea 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.
What goes well with Ginger-Garlic Broccoli and Snow Pea 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick enough for busy moms! The garlic aroma filled the kitchen, and leftovers were even better.
- ★★★★★
Simple, fast, and authentic. Snow peas stayed crisp, and the sauce depth was impressive. Will add this to my weekly rotation.
- ★★★★★
This recipe saved my weeknight dinners! The ginger-garlic combo was perfect, and my kids actually ate broccoli. Made it twice this week.
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