Easy Asian Fusion Recipes for Beginners: Quick Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook according to package instructions, usually about 15 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add the sliced chicken breast and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
3. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Toss in the broccoli florets and julienned carrot, stir-frying for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are vibrant and slightly tender.
5. Pour in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper, mixing everything well to coat the chicken and vegetables in the sauce.
6. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly, then remove from heat.
7. Serve the stir-fry over a bed of jasmine rice, garnished with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.