Ginger-Garlic Vegetable Stir-Fry

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Crisp-tender vegetables in a zesty ginger-garlic sauce, ready in 20 minutes for a healthy weeknight meal. This asian (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs vegetable oil, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until smoking. Add 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 4 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup snap peas. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Cook for 2 more minutes until sauce coats vegetables.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped scallions and serve immediately with rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Ginger-Garlic Vegetable Stir-Fry 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 Ginger-Garlic 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 vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Garlic 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 Ginger-Garlic 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.

Is Ginger-Garlic Vegetable 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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