Vegetarian Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snap Peas
Bright and crunchy snap peas stir-fried with fresh ginger and garlic in a savory soy-ginger sauce for a quick vegetarian meal. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, pairs snap peas, carrot, ginger root for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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
- 3 cups trimmed snap peas
- 1 large, julienned carrot
- 1 tbsp finely grated ginger root
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp optional red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp for garnish toasted sesame seeds
- 2 thinly sliced for garnish green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp finely grated ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 3 cups trimmed snap peas and 1 large julienned carrot, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are bright, crisp-tender, and slightly blistered.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Vegetarian Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snap Peas take to make?
Total time is about 17 minutes (10 min prep + 7 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 Vegetarian Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snap Peas?
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 snap peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Vegetarian Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snap Peas?
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 Vegetarian Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snap Peas 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.
Is Vegetarian Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snap Peas 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.
