Chinese Vegetables
Bursting with vibrant colors and packed with robust flavors, this Chinese Vegetables recipe is a quick and healthy stir-fry that's perfect for any weeknight dinner. Featuring a medley of crisp-tender broccoli, sweet red bell peppers, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and crunchy snow peas, all elevated with the bold, savory notes of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, this dish delivers authentic Asian-inspired taste in just 25 minutes. Lightly tossed in a velvety sauce and finished with a drizzle of sesame oil for a nutty aroma, these stir-fried vegetables are a versatile delight that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Ideal for vegans and vegetarians (with simple substitutions) or as a flavorful side dish, this recipe is your go-to guide for mastering a healthy, restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Broccoli
- 1 large, julienned Carrot
- 1 medium, sliced Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Snow peas
- 1 cup, sliced Shiitake mushrooms
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon, optional for garnish Sesame seeds
Instructions
Prep all vegetables: Cut the broccoli into small florets, julienne the carrot, slice the bell pepper, and trim the snow peas.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the wok. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the broccoli, carrot, and mushrooms to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
Add the bell pepper and snow peas. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, keeping the vegetables crisp but tender.
Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve immediately as a side dish or pair with steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.0 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2137 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1948 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
