Global Pantry Vegetable Stir-Fry
A quick, flavorful stir-fry blending spices from 500+ languages spoken across America into one vibrant dish. This asian-inspired asian (gluten-free, vegetarian) ready in about 23 minutes pairs broccoli, carrots, medium red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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
- 1 cup carrots
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup thinly sliced carrots, and 1 medium diced red bell pepper; set aside. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add vegetables and stir-fry for 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/4 cup water; pour over vegetables. Cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats vegetables, then remove from heat. Top with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Global Pantry Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Global Pantry 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 Global Pantry 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 Global Pantry Vegetable 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 Global Pantry Vegetable Stir-Fry gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, 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
- ★★★★★
Perfect asian recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
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