Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame

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A quick stir fry featuring crisp snow peas and tender carrots tossed in a savory sesame sauce, echoing the fresh crispness of a winter landscape. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs snow peas, carrots, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 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: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger; stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Toss in 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 2 julienned medium carrots; stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are bright and crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using), then pour over the vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Continue stir frying for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 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 Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame?

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 snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame?

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 Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame 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.

What goes well with Snow Pea and Carrot Stir Fry with Sesame?

Asian stir fry 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.

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