Description
A collection of healthy stir fry recipes featuring homemade sauces for a quick, nutritious, and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast or tofu, cubed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Cooked brown rice or quinoa, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken or tofu and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add broccoli, bell pepper, and snap peas. Stir fry for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return chicken or tofu to the pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry.
- Pour the sauce over the stir fry and cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot over brown rice or quinoa.
Notes
- Swap vegetables with what’s in season or on hand like zucchini, carrots, or mushrooms.
- For a spicier version, add chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option.