Sriracha-Garlic Vegetable Stir-Fry with Sesame
Bell peppers, broccoli, carrots and snow peas seared over high heat, then tossed with garlic, soy sauce and a spoonful of sriracha and finished with toasted sesame seeds. This korean-inspired asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs bell peppers, broccoli, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 cup, florets broccoli
- 1/2 cup, julienned carrots
- 1/2 cup snow peas
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp sriracha
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a wok over high heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Toss in 2 sliced bell peppers, 1 cup broccoli florets, and 1/2 cup julienned carrots. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Add 1/2 cup snow peas and 2 tbsp soy sauce. Cook for 2 minutes until vegetables are charred at edges.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 1 tsp sriracha. Serve immediately, garnished with additional sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sriracha-Garlic Vegetable Stir-Fry with Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Sriracha-Garlic Vegetable 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 bell peppers from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sriracha-Garlic Vegetable 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 Sriracha-Garlic Vegetable Stir-Fry with Sesame 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.
What goes well with Sriracha-Garlic Vegetable Stir-Fry with Sesame?
Korean asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
