Vegetable Stir Fry Peanut Sauce Recipe
This Vegetable Stir Fry Peanut Sauce Recipe is perfect for busy days and healthy meals. It is colorful, tasty and very easy to make.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup carrots sliced thin
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 small onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
For the Peanut Sauce
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup warm water
- Red chili flakes optional
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash all vegetables well. Cut them into even sizes. This helps them cook evenly and quickly.
Make the Peanut Sauce
- Add peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, and water to a bowl. Whisk until smooth.
Heat the Pan
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Make sure the pan is hot before adding vegetables.
Cook Onion
- Add sliced onion to the pan. Stir for two minutes until soft and slightly golden.
Add Garlic and Ginger
- Add garlic and ginger. Stir quickly for thirty seconds. Do not let them burn.
Add Hard Vegetables
- Add carrots and broccoli first. Stir fry for three minutes until slightly tender.
Add Soft Vegetables
- Add bell peppers and snap peas. Stir fry for two more minutes. Keep vegetables bright and crisp.
Add Peanut Sauce
- Pour peanut sauce into the pan. Stir well to coat all vegetables evenly.
Simmer Briefly
- Let the sauce cook for two minutes. Stir gently until thick and glossy.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the stir fry. Add salt, chili flakes, or water if needed.
Turn Off Heat
- Remove the pan from heat. Do not overcook to keep vegetables fresh.
Serve Hot
- Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy the creamy and colorful vegetable stir fry.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables for best flavor and texture.
- Cut vegetables evenly for even cooking.
- Add tofu or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Use almond butter if you dislike peanuts.
- Add noodles or rice for a full meal.
- Increase chili flakes for spicy flavor.
- Use coconut milk for a richer sauce.