Best 7 Broccoli Leek And Snow Pea Stir Fry Recipes

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Broccoli, leek, and snow pea stir fry is an easy and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and tasty meal. The combination of these three vegetables creates a wonderful flavor profile that is both satisfying and nutritious. This stir fry can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. Here are some of the best recipes for broccoli leek and snow pea stir fry, so you can find the perfect one for your taste and dietary needs.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI, LEEK AND SNOW PEA STIR FRY



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For this dish, pre-cook the broccoli and have all other ingredients sliced and ready to go before heating the oil. Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables, such as mung bean or sunflower sprouts, onion, carrot, celery, cabbage, or water chestnuts.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Fruit

Time 33m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli florets
3 tablespoons unrefined sesame oil
1 teaspoon cumin seed
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 small leek, thinly sliced
1 small carrot, cut into matchsticks
4 leaves bok choy, cut crosswise into 1 inch pieces
12 snow peas, stems removed
1/2 cup toasted coarsely chopped almonds
soy sauce

Steps:

  • Steam the broccoli over boiling water until tender but still bright green, about 4 minutes.
  • Set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the oil and when it is warm, add the garlic and 5-spice powder and cook for 30 seconds or until aromatic.
  • Add the leek and carrot and stir-fry for 2 minutes, or until they soften.
  • Add the bok choy and stir-fry for 2 minutes, or until crisp tender.
  • Add the snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes, or until crisp tender.
  • Stir in the broccoli, soy sauce and five-spice powder and stir-fry for 2 minutes more or until heated through.
  • Serve immediately.

PEPPER AND PEANUT BROCCOLI STIR-FRY



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Buying pre-cut florets saves time. You can add more chile flakes for more heat. Peanuts add a great crunch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red or orange bell pepper, sliced 1/4 inch thick
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red chile flakes
1 pound broccoli florets
2 tablespoons chopped roasted unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chile flakes and cook 10 seconds, and then add the broccoli, 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook until the water evaporates and the broccoli is lightly browned and crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Toss in the peppers, peanuts and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 272 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 4.5 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 1 grams

BROCCOLI AND SNOW PEA STIR-FRY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 2 tablespoons each chopped ginger, scallions and garlic in vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat until slightly softened, 1 minute. Add 5 cups broccoli florets (12 ounces) and 1/4 cup water; season with salt. Cover and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Uncover, add 1 cup snow peas and cook, stirring, until bright green, about 2 minutes.

CHINESE-STYLE STIR-FRIED BROCCOLI, CARROTS AND LEEKS



Chinese-Style Stir-Fried Broccoli, Carrots and Leeks image

Provided by Nancy Harmon Jenkins

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bunch broccoli
3 medium carrots, scraped
3 medium leeks, white part only
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1 teaspoon finely minced ginger
2 tablespoons chicken broth
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Trim the broccoli, discarding thick stems and leaves. Cut into flowerets. Slice carrots and leeks thinly.
  • In a wok or large saute pan, heat the peanut oil. Add minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry briefly to flavor the oil. Add broccoli, carrots and leeks and toss briefly to mix well. Add chicken broth, cover and cook for 3 minutes over medium heat. Remove cover, raise heat, and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  • While vegetables are cooking, toast sesame seeds in a separate saute pan until they are golden brown. Set aside.
  • When vegetables are done, add soy sauce and mix well. Remove from heat, turn into a warm serving bowl and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sesame oil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 112, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 98 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

STEAMED BROCCOLI AND SNOW PEAS



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Want to make this recipe ahead? Cut the vegetables and refrigerate in separate airtight containers (line vegetables with damp paper towels), for up to one day.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegan Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup oyster sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Coarse salt
1 1/2 pounds broccoli, florets cut into bite-size pieces, stems trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise 1/4 inch thick
12 ounces snow peas, ends trimmed

Steps:

  • Make brown sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil until combined; season with salt.
  • In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket, bring 1 inch of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli to basket in a single layer. Cover; steam until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
  • Scatter snow peas on top of broccoli in an even layer; cover, and continue steaming until snow peas are bright green, about 1 minute more. Add broccoli and snow peas to bowl with sauce; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g

SNOW PEA STIR FRY



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When my children were growing up, I had difficulty getting them to eat green vegetables. This recipe changed their minds. They liked the crisp-tender pea pods and tasty sauce.-Pam Rahmer, Phillips, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons slivered almonds
2 tablespoons butter
1 package (6 ounces) fresh or frozen snow peas, thawed
1-1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, stir-fry almonds in butter for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Add snow peas and mushrooms; stir-fry 2 minutes longer., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, bouillon, water and soy sauce until smooth. Add to skillet; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SNOW PEAS & BEEF STIR-FRY



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Skip greasy takeout food and go for this healthy and fast dinner that's so much more enjoyable. To make it even easier, warm up ready-to-serve brown rice in the microwave and supper is ready to go (with one less pan to wash). -Donna Lindecamp, Morganton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup sherry or water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1/2 pound fresh snow peas
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch and sugar. Transfer 1/4 cup mixture to a large bowl; stir in 1 tablespoon oil and garlic. Add beef; toss to coat. Let stand 15 minutes., Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the beef mixture; stir-fry 1-2 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan; repeat with remaining beef., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add mushrooms and onion; cook and stir until mushrooms are tender. Add snow peas; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until crisp-tender., Stir remaining soy sauce mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Return beef to pan; heat through. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 863mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality vegetables. This will ensure that your stir-fry is flavorful and nutritious.
  • Cut your vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a large, well-seasoned wok or skillet. This will help to prevent the vegetables from sticking and burning.
  • Heat your wok or skillet over high heat. This will help to create a nice sear on the vegetables.
  • Add the vegetables to the wok or skillet in batches. This will prevent them from overcrowding and steaming instead of frying.
  • Stir-fry the vegetables for a few minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Do not overcook them, or they will become mushy.
  • Add the sauce to the wok or skillet and stir to coat the vegetables.
  • Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Broccoli, leek, and snow pea stir-fry is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with vegetables and is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The sauce is light and flavorful, and the vegetables are tender-crisp and delicious. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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