Best 5 Stir Fried Sweet And Sour Vegetables Recipes

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Are you in search of a culinary adventure that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and umami flavors? Look no further than stir-fried sweet and sour vegetables, a delectable dish that combines the vibrant colors and textures of fresh vegetables with a tantalizing sauce that is sure to leave you craving more. With its ease of preparation and versatility, this dish is perfect for both novice and experienced cooks seeking a healthy and delectable meal. So, let's embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind creating the perfect stir-fried sweet and sour vegetables.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Dinner's ready in 30 minutes! Try chicken breasts stir-fried and partnered with a tangy sweet-and-sour sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 medium carrots, cut diagonally into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into strips (1 cup)
1 small onion, thinly sliced, separated into rings (1/3 cup)
1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained
1/2 cup sweet-and-sour sauce
Cooked rice, if desired

Steps:

  • In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix Bisquick mix and pepper.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs slightly. Stir in chicken until coated. Using slotted spoon, remove chicken from eggs; place in bag with Bisquick mix. Seal bag; shake bag until chicken is coated.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add bell pepper and onion; cook 2 minutes longer, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Add chicken; cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown on outside and no longer pink in center. Add vegetables; cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot. Stir in pineapple and sweet-and-sour sauce; cook until hot. Serve over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 1 g

STIR-FRIED VEGETABLES



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A great vegetable side dish with an incredible sauce. It goes perfectly with steamed brown or white rice.

Provided by Natasha Kay

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
¼ cup cold water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 green bell peppers, cut into matchsticks
4 carrots, cut into matchsticks
2 cups broccoli florets
8 mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce and ginger in a small bowl. Mix flour, chicken broth, and water in another bowl.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat; cook and stir peppers, carrots, broccoli, and mushrooms until just tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Toss vegetables with soy sauce mixture; cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually stir flour mixture into vegetables; bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 238.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

SWEET & SOUR STIR-FRIED VEGETABLES



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Sweet & sour is so easy to made and much better then any sauce you can buy in grocery stores. You can add your favourite vegetables or tofu and enjoy this dish with fried rice.

Provided by Swiss Miss

Categories     Thai

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 red cabbage, sliced into bite size pieces
2 cucumbers, cut into slices
1 tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 bell peppers, cut lenghtwise into large pieces
6 mushrooms
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a wok.
  • When it is hot, put in the cabbage, cucumbers, tomato, bell peppers, mushrooms and water and stir fry.
  • When everything is done, mix in the ketchup.
  • Season with the sugar, soy sauce and vinegar.
  • Mix some water with the flour and add with stirring to thicken.
  • Taste and season as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 1134.1, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 22.8, Protein 9.1

STIR-FRIED SWEET AND SOUR VEGETABLES



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From Easy Thai Cooking-WWW Cookbooks--very light-not like the chinese version which can be in a syrupy orange colour like sauce.

Provided by Soluna

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 garlic cloves
2 small fresh red chilies
500 g fresh asparagus
2 lebanese cucumbers
1 tablespoon oil
100 g snow peas
250 g broccoli florets
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Cut garlic and chillies into long, thin strips.
  • Cut asparagus into 5 cm lenghts; cut cucumbers in half lengthways, remove seeds, then slice thickly.
  • Heat oil in wok, stir-fry garlic and chillies until lightly browned; remove from wok. Leave oil in wok.
  • Reheat wok, add vegetables, stir-fry until vegetables are just tender.
  • Add combined sauce, vinegar and sugar, stir-fry 1 minute. Serve vegetables sprinkled with garlic and chillies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.9, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 481.1, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 7.5, Protein 5

STIR-FRIED SWEET AND SOUR VEGETABLES



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This simple vegetable side dish is welcome at any dinner table. The vegetables used here are only for example. You can use whatever is available.

Provided by wiley

Categories     Thai Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons palm sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, cut into thin slivers
½ head cauliflower, chopped into bite-size pieces
1 carrot, peeled and sliced
1 cucumber, cut into bite-size pieces
8 baby corn, sliced
1 cup peas
1 large red bell pepper, sliced
1 tomato, cut into bite-size pieces
¼ fresh pineapple, cut into bite-size chunks

Steps:

  • Stir the palm sugar, lime juice, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce together in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until the sugar is completely dissolved; bring to a simmer. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet; fry the garlic in the hot oil until browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the onion; cook for 1 minute. Stir the cauliflower and carrot into the mixture; cook and stir for 1 minute. Mix the cucumber, corn, and peas into the mixture; cook for 1 more minute. Stir the bell pepper and tomato into the mixture; cook 1 minute. Pour the sauce over the mixture, add the pineapple, and toss so the entire mixture is evenly coated in sauce; cook another minute. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 616.5 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any delays while cooking.
  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your stir-fry the best flavor and texture. If you can, buy them from a local farmers market or organic grocery store.
  • Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly. If your vegetables are cut into different sizes, some pieces may end up overcooked while others are still undercooked.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the vegetables will not cook evenly and they will become soggy. Cook the vegetables in small batches if necessary.
  • Use a high-heat setting: Stir-fries are cooked over high heat. This helps to quickly cook the vegetables and preserve their鮮豔奪目的顏色.
  • Stir constantly: Stirring the vegetables constantly will help to prevent them from sticking to the pan and burning.
  • Add the sauce at the end: The sauce is the last ingredient to be added to the stir-fry. This will help to prevent the sauce from burning.
  • Serve immediately: Stir-fries are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will help to preserve their flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Stir-fries are a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy a delicious meal. By following these tips, you can make a stir-fry that is packed with flavor and nutrients. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give stir-fries a try!

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