Craving a quick, easy, and flavorful meal? Look no further than a pasta stir fry! This versatile dish combines the convenience of pasta with the vibrant flavors of stir-fried vegetables, creating a culinary delight that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With a symphony of textures and a burst of colors, pasta stir fry is not only a weeknight dinner lifesaver but also a creative canvas for culinary experimentation. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the delectable world of pasta stir fry, unlocking the secrets of perfect noodle selection, vibrant vegetable combinations, and harmonious sauce creations.
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MUSHROOM PASTA STIR-FRY
While stir-fries have long gone hand-in-hand with rice, this recipe shows the versatility of the dish. Here, a quick stir-fry is transformed into a flavorful, unconventional pasta sauce. Five spice is a Chinese seasoning that is said to incorporate all five tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty and umami. In this recipe, its blend of star anise, cloves, Chinese cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorns and fennel intensifies the robust flavor of the mushrooms. Don't overcook the broccolini; it should be crisp, with a bright green vibrancy. You could easily substitute broccoli, green beans, snow peas or other crunchy greens. And don't skip the butter (or use vegan butter, if you prefer), as it provides a beautiful richness which brings the sauce and ingredients together.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories dinner, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat a large (12-inch), deep skillet over medium-high. When hot, add 2 tablespoons oil and the mushrooms. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes, giving it a stir every 2 minutes or so. The mushrooms will release lots of liquid, but it will evaporate as it cooks. When the mushrooms start to turn golden, add the garlic, five spice and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper, then cook for 1 minute. Transfer the mushrooms to a plate and set aside.
- While the mushrooms are cooking, make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk the oyster sauce, maple syrup, soy sauce, sesame oil and chile oil with 1/4 cup water until combined. Set aside.
- Heat the same skillet back over medium-high. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the broccolini. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the broccolini is tender but still quite crisp.
- Add the pasta to the pan, along with the sauce and the butter. Using tongs, toss to combine, then add the reserved pasta cooking water, 1/4 cup at a time, just to loosen the sauce. When the butter has melted, add the mushrooms and toss again. Remove from the heat. Serve topped with scallions.
SAUSAGE STIR FRY WITH BOW TIE PASTA
This is a quick and easy recipe that combines the sweet and smokey flavor of Kielbasa or Polish sausage with fresh sauteed vegetables and a tangy tomato sauce served over bow-tie pasta. My kids love it!
Provided by Dawn P.
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook and stir sausage slices in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate using a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
- Heat oil in the same skillet used for sausage over medium heat; cook and stir onion, zucchini, mushrooms, red bell pepper, and garlic in the hot oil until tender, about 10 minutes. Add cooked sausage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper to vegetable mixture; cook until sauce and sausage are heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Stir pasta into sauce and mix well; top with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.3 calories, Carbohydrate 75.2 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1413.3 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
PASTA STIR-FRY
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente.
- While pasta is cooking, heat canola oil in a large saute pan or wok over high heat. Add onion, red pepper, ginger, eggplant and cook for about 1 minute. Add garlic, broccoli, tomatoes, and soy sauce and cook for another 2 minutes. Drain pasta. Add it and the chicken to the vegetable mixture, toss and cook for another minute.
- Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with scallions.
ITALIAN PASTA STIR-FRY
Make and share this Italian Pasta Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Gingerbear
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook linguine according to package directions.
- Drain and keep warm.
- Chop tomatoes and onion.
- Slice zucchini.
- Snip parsley.
- Heat oil in a stir-fry skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Add pressed garlic to skillet; stir-fry for 15 seconds.
- Add zucchini and onion; stir-fry 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Add tomatoes, parsley and seasonings.
- Heat 1-2 minutes, stirring gently until heated through.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in linguine.
- Grate parmesan cheese over pasta.
- Serve immediately.
SHRIMP AND PASTA STIR-FRY
If you are cooking for two this is a great recipe. I believe this recipe comes from Blue Hill Farm Country Inn, Blue Hill, Maine.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Slice shrimp in half lengthwise.
- Prepare the penne pasta as per package directions.
- Mix together the mayonnaise, broth, lemon rind and lemon juice.
- Heat the seasame oil in a non-stick skillet or wok.
- Stir-fry the ginger and garlic in the hot oil over medium high heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add shrimp and asparagus; stir-fry 3 minutes or until shrimp turns pink.
- Do not overcook as the shrimp will become tough.
- Add mayonnaise mixture and cooked pasta; cook, stirring frequently until heated through.
- Sprinkle with lemon pepper and serve.
- The cooking time includes the time to prepare the pasta.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful sauces, and tender-cooked protein will make all the difference in your stir-fry.
- Prepare your ingredients in advance: Cutting your vegetables and cooking your protein ahead of time will make the stir-fry process much quicker and easier.
- Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet: A well-seasoned wok or large skillet will help prevent food from sticking and will distribute heat evenly.
- Heat your wok or skillet over high heat: This will help to sear the meat and vegetables and create a flavorful crust.
- Add oil sparingly: Stir-fries should not be oily. A little bit of oil will help to prevent food from sticking, but too much will make the dish greasy.
- Cook your ingredients in batches: Don't overcrowd the wok or skillet, or the food will not cook evenly. Cook your ingredients in batches if necessary.
- Stir-fry constantly: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the food from burning.
- Add sauce towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent the sauce from burning and will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve immediately: Stir-fries are best served immediately after cooking.
Conclusion:
Stir-fries are a quick, easy, and delicious way to get a healthy meal on the table. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a stir-fry that is packed with flavor and nutrients. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give stir-fry a try!
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