Stir-Fried Vegetables with Cashews and Soy Glaze

By , Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A vibrant vegetable stir-fry with crispy cashews and a savory soy-vinegar sauce. This asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, thinly sliced carrots, sliced bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 250 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Knives & cutting boards → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup cashews and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden; remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp minced ginger; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup sliced carrots, and 1 cup sliced bell peppers; stir-fry for 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup snow peas and cook for 2 more minutes.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water; pour into skillet and stir until sauce thickens (about 1 minute).
  6. Step 6: Stir in toasted cashews and 1 tsp sesame oil; cook for 1 minute. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Vegetables with Cashews and Soy Glaze 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 Stir-Fried Vegetables with Cashews and Soy Glaze?

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 Vegetables with Cashews and Soy Glaze?

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 Vegetables with Cashews and Soy Glaze 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 Vegetables with Cashews and Soy Glaze?

Asian 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

Related recipes