Stir-Fried Vegetable Medley with Soy and Sesame
A colorful, crisp-tender vegetable stir-fry with a savory soy-sesame glaze, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs vegetable oil, broccoli florets, sliced bell peppers 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 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup, sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup, sliced carrots
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup sliced bell peppers, and 1 cup sliced carrots. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup sliced snap peas, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 4: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl. Pour over vegetables and stir to coat.
- Step 5: Cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and vegetables are tender. Stir in 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Vegetable Medley with Soy and 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 Stir-Fried Vegetable Medley with Soy 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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Vegetable Medley with Soy 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 Vegetable Medley with Soy 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.
What goes well with Stir-Fried Vegetable Medley with Soy and Sesame?
Asian vegetarian 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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