HOT Fiery Vegetable Stir-Fry
A colorful, smoky stir-fry of peppers, broccoli, and carrots with a spicy peanut sauce. This asian-inspired asian (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs sliced bell peppers, head, florets broccoli, julienned carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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, sliced bell peppers
- 1 head, florets broccoli
- 1 lb, julienned carrots
- 1/4 cup, chopped peanuts
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1, juiced lime
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 2 sliced bell peppers, 1 head broccoli, and 1 lb julienned carrots. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Pour over vegetables and stir to coat.
- Step 4: Cook for 3 minutes until sauce thickens. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped peanuts and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does HOT Fiery Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 HOT Fiery 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 sliced bell peppers from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in HOT Fiery 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 HOT Fiery Vegetable Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 HOT Fiery 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
