Whip up a quick and easy Vegetable Stir Fry in under 30 minutes, lightly sauced, customizable, and better than takeout!
This Vegetable Stir Fry recipe is a fresh and colorful meal that you can make your own! Bright vegetables cooked in a garlic and soy sauce broth and plated over a bed of white rice. The best part is that it all comes together in less than 30 minutes!
For more recipes that are better than takeout then you have to try my Better Than Takeout Sesame Chicken, Better Than Takeout Chow Mein, and Better Than Takeout Fried Rice.
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Why We Love This Veggie Stir Fry
- These Stir Fry Vegetables are versatile and can be served with rice, noodles, or enjoyed on their own.
- It’s packed with fresh vegetables, making it a nutritious meal.
- This stir fry is perfect for leftovers and tastes great even the next day.
Recipe Ingredients
- Soy Sauce: Salty, umami-rich liquid; adds depth and savory flavor.
- Chicken Broth: Savory and mildly salty, this broth adds moisture and depth to the sauce.
- Sesame Oil: Nutty and fragrant, with a smooth texture. It also provides a rich, toasty flavor.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
- Add a Protein Boost: Include cooked shrimp, chicken, pork, or beef for extra protein. Cook the meat separately and mix it in at the end to finish the dish.
- Garnish for Extra Flavor: Garnish your stir fry with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions, and add a sprinkle of nuts like cashews or peanuts for added texture and flavor. Squeeze some fresh lime juice for a tangy twist.
How To Make Vegetable Stir Fry
Step 1: Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok on medium-high heat. Add the carrots and onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Step 2: Add all of the remaining vegetables and garlic and stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 3: Make a soy sauce mix by adding soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, chicken broth, and cornstarch.
Step 4: Pour the sauce over the veggies and cook until the sauce has thickened (about 5 minutes). Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve over cooked rice.
Expert Tips
- Adjust Sauce Consistency: If the sauce is too thin, mix in a corn starch slurry. If it’s too thick, add more water or chicken broth to reach the desired consistency.
- Keep Vegetables Crisp: Cook the vegetables on high heat and stir constantly. Avoid overcooking by keeping the stir-fry time to 5-7 minutes.
FAQs
Serve it with Easy Ham Fried Rice, Better Than Takeout Chow Mein, fluffy white rice or brown rice, noodles, or quinoa for a complete meal.
You can add mushrooms, baby corn, asparagus, bok choy, zucchini, snow peas, or green beans. Feel free to mix and match based on your preference!
Storage Info
STORE Vegetable Stir Fry in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To FREEZE, store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
To REHEAT, thaw overnight in the fridge if frozen. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through, or microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.
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Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 medium onion - sliced thin
- 1 c carrots - diagonally sliced
- 2 c broccoli florets
- 2 c sugar snap peas
- 1 large red bell peppers - cut into strips
- 1 large yellow bell peppers - cut into strips
- 1 tsp garlic - minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 c chicken broth
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp sesame seeds - toasted
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok on medium-high heat. Add the carrots and onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Add all of the remaining vegetables and garlic and stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Make a soy sauce mix by adding soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, chicken broth, and cornstarch.
- Pour the sauce over the veggies and cook until the sauce has thickened (about 5 minutes). Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve over cooked rice.
I added tofu and it was delicious!
This stir fry was so delicious and a great way to get our kids to eat all their veggies!
Oh, so glad it was a winner with the kids!
I could eat veggie stir frys everyday. Still very filling & packed with flavor. It makes a great meal!
Thanks a lot for sharing this amazing recipe! It’s really helpful, will surely make this again! Super easy to make and very flavorful! Highly recommended!
Vegetable Stir Fry is a staple in our dinner rotation! I love that my kids get their veggies and it is super filling.