Easy Vegetarian Recipes for Beginners: Quick Veggie Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 1 cup snap peas
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked rice or noodles for serving
• Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
• Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Toss in broccoli florets, sliced bell peppers, julienned carrots, and snap peas, stirring frequently for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water to create a sauce, then pour it over the cooked vegetables in the skillet.
5. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly with the sauce until it thickens slightly.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
7. Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles, garnishing with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.