Are you looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal? Stir-fries are a great option, and with five vegetables, you can pack in a variety of flavors and nutrients. The key to a great stir-fry is using fresh, crisp vegetables and cooking them quickly over high heat so that they retain their color and crunch. You can use any vegetables you like, but some popular choices include broccoli, carrots, snap peas, bell peppers, and mushrooms. If you're using frozen vegetables, be sure to thaw them before cooking.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FIVE-VEGETABLE STIR-FRY
"We love the fresh taste and eye-catching color of this easy stir-fry," says Rose Norton of Sandusky, Michigan. "It's especially good in summer when the ingredients from my garden."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry broccoli in oil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add squash, zucchini, red pepper, onion and garlic; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. , In a small bowl, combine broth, cornstarch, sugar, ginger, salt if desired and cayenne; stir until smooth. Add to skillet. Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve over rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FIVE-VEGETABLE STIR-FRY
Categories Vegetable Stir-Fry Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Broccoli Bell Pepper Summer Healthy Potluck Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Spray large nonstick skillet with vegetable oil spray. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, onion and bell pepper. Sauté 6 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon oil, broccoli and cabbage. Add broth; stir-fry until cabbage wilts and vegetables are crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in mint. Season with salt and pepper.
FIVE VEGETABLE STIR-FRY
Make and share this Five Vegetable Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories Onions
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make vegetable pieces attractive. Cut broccoli florets from stem to bloom into 1/3″ slices. Cut onion into 8ths then separate slices. Carve and slice carrot into clover leafs. Slice cabbage in 1/2″ strands. Cut red pepper into squares, then diagonally halve the squares. Make green onion flowers.
- Spray large nonstick skillet with vegetable oil spray. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, onion, and bell pepper. Saute 6 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon oil, broccoli and cabbage. Add broth; stir-fry until cabbage wilts and vegetables are crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in mint. Season with salt and pepper.
FIVE VEGETABLE GINGER STIR FRY
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine ginger, garlic, tahini, hot pepper flakes, pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce,and water. Set aside. Rub a large wok with oil and stir-fry tofu (or chicken) until slightly browned. Remove and keep warm. Heat 3/4 cup of water in a large wok, add broccoli, bok choy, zucchini, red pepper and cabbage. Cover and cook over medium/high heat until crisp tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Return tofu (or chicken) to wok and add sauce mixture. Stir fry uncovered, for about 2 minutes until heated through. Combine cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water and stir into wok. Cook for a few minutes, until thickened. Additional water may be added to adjust consistency. Top with green onions and sesame seeds. May be served over a mixture of brown and wild rice.
Tips:
- Choose the right vegetables: Use a variety of vegetables that are fresh, crisp, and in season. Some good options include broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, and bok choy.
- Prepare your vegetables properly: Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly. If you are using a wok, make sure that the vegetables are dry before adding them to the wok.
- Use a hot wok: A hot wok is essential for getting a good stir-fry. Heat the wok over high heat until it is smoking.
- Add the vegetables in stages: Don't overcrowd the wok with vegetables. Add them in stages, starting with the vegetables that take the longest to cook.
- Stir-fry the vegetables quickly: Stir-fry the vegetables constantly, using a spatula or chopsticks. This will help to prevent them from sticking to the wok and will also help to evenly distribute the sauce.
- Add the sauce: Once the vegetables are cooked to your liking, add the sauce. Stir-fry the vegetables in the sauce until they are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately: Stir-fries are best served immediately. They can be served over rice, noodles, or quinoa.
Conclusion:
Stir-fries are a quick, easy, and healthy way to cook vegetables. They are also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a little practice, you can make a delicious stir-fry that your whole family will enjoy.
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