Vegetable Stir-Fry (Chinese-American Takeout Classic)

A quick and colorful dish made by stir-frying vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers in a savory sauce. Popular in Chinese-American restaurants, vegetable stir-fry is healthy, versatile, and often served as a side or main with rice or noodles.

01 Information

Grade

Serving

Calorie

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Easy

2 Servings

220 Kcal

10 Mins

10 Mins

20 Mins

02 Ingredients


  • 1 cup Broccoli Florets

  • 1 Carrot (sliced thin)

  • 1 Red Bell Pepper (sliced)

  • ½ cup Snow Peas (optional)

  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)

  • 1 tbsp Ginger (grated, optional)

  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce

  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce (optional, for richness)

  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil

  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (for stir-frying)

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Black Pepper (to taste)

  • Optional Sesame Seeds (for garnish)






03 Method

Step 1
Heat Vegetable Oil in a wok or skillet over high heat.

Step 2
Add Garlic and Ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3
Add Broccoli, Carrots, Bell Pepper, and optional Snow Peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.

Step 4
Pour in Soy Sauce, Oyster Sauce (if using), and Sesame Oil. Toss well to coat.

Step 5
Season with Salt and Black Pepper to taste.

Step 6
Sprinkle with Sesame Seeds and serve hot with Rice or Noodles.