Venture Vegetable Stir-Fry
A quick, colorful stir-fry with fresh vegetables in a savory soy-ginger sauce, ideal for a healthy weeknight meal. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, carrots, bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 1/2 cup bell pepper
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add a splash of oil and swirl to coat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup julienned carrots, 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper, and 1 cup snow peas. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Pour sauce over vegetables and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until thickened. Garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Venture Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Venture Vegetable Stir-Fry?
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 Venture Vegetable Stir-Fry?
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 Venture Vegetable Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Venture Vegetable Stir-Fry?
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
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to asian dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
