Veal Strips with Crunchy Vegetables Recipe
The Veal Strips with Crunchy Vegetables Recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry that combines tender veal with colorful, crisp vegetables in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound veal thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 medium carrot julienned
- 1 small zucchini sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Optional Garnishes
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Prepare The Sauce
- Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch and water until smooth.
Slice The Veal
- Cut the veal into thin strips for quick and even cooking.
Heat The Pan
- Heat olive oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
Cook The Veal
- Cook the veal for about three minutes until lightly browned. Remove from the pan.
Cook The Vegetables
- Add the broccoli, peppers, carrots, snow peas and zucchini to the hot pan.
Stir Frequently
- Cook the vegetables for about four minutes until crisp-tender.
Add Garlic And Ginger
- Stir in the garlic and fresh ginger. Cook for one minute until fragrant.
Return The Veal
- Add the cooked veal back to the pan with the vegetables.
Pour In The Sauce
- Add the prepared sauce and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Simmer Briefly
- Cook for two more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Garnish
- Sprinkle with green onions, sesame seeds or cilantro.
Serve Immediately
- Enjoy hot with steamed rice, noodles or cauliflower rice.
Notes
- Slice the veal very thin for tenderness.
- Prepare all ingredients before cooking.
- Use high heat for the best stir-fry texture.
- Avoid overcooking the vegetables.
- Add mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Replace honey with brown sugar if needed.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy version.