Stir-Fried Broccoli and Carrots with Ginger and Sesame
Crisp vegetables tossed in a savory ginger-sesame sauce for a quick, healthy side dish ready in 10 minutes. This asian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs broccoli florets, carrots, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 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 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced carrots, then stir-fry for 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 2: Add 1 tbsp minced ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats vegetables, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup roasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Broccoli and Carrots with Ginger and Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Stir-Fried Broccoli and Carrots with Ginger and 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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Broccoli and Carrots with Ginger and 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 Stir-Fried Broccoli and Carrots with Ginger and 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.
Is Stir-Fried Broccoli and Carrots with Ginger and Sesame 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
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this stir-fried are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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