Smith's Spiced Vegetable Stir-Fry
A vibrant, aromatic stir-fry blending Asian and Mediterranean flavors, featuring crisp vegetables and a smoky-spiced sauce. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal. This asian fusion-inspired quick meals (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, large, julienned carrots, soy sauce 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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch strips bell peppers
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 large, julienned carrots
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tbsp minced garlic and 1 tbsp grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add sliced bell peppers, broccoli, and julienned carrots. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp, stirring frequently.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Pour the sauce over the vegetables, stir to coat, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the veggies.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, garnish with toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smith's Spiced Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Smith's Spiced 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 florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smith's Spiced 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 Smith's Spiced 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 Smith's Spiced Vegetable Stir-Fry vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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