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Easy Vegetable Stir Fry with Sweet and Savory Sauce Recipe

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This easy vegetable stir fry is a quick, vibrant, and flavorful weeknight dinner option featuring colorful vegetables tossed in a sweet and savory homemade sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a healthy, gluten-free meal when made with certified gluten-free tamari.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
  • 3 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas
  • 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Stir Fry Sauce

  • ½ cup water
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or certified gluten-free tamari for gluten-free option)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the stir fry sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the water, soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated garlic, grated fresh ginger, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes if using until smooth and well combined.
  2. Cook the vegetables: Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, cremini mushrooms, broccoli florets, sugar snap peas, and thinly sliced carrots. Toss the vegetables frequently and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they soften slightly but still retain some crunch.
  3. Add the sauce and finish cooking: Reduce the heat to medium and pour the prepared stir fry sauce over the vegetables. Stir continuously and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the vegetables reach a crisp-tender texture. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Serve and garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle the stir fry with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately for a fresh, flavorful meal.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
  • You can substitute honey with brown sugar or maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • Add protein such as tofu, chicken, or shrimp to make it more filling.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit completely if sensitive to heat.
  • Cook vegetables until crisp-tender to preserve their color and nutrients.
  • Serve over cooked rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.

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