No-Fuss 20-Minute Stir-Fry (Printable)

Fast, flavorful stir-fry loaded with colorful vegetables and protein. Ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.

# Components:

→ Main

01 - 1 pound protein of choice (chicken breast, tofu, shrimp, or thinly sliced beef), cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 cup broccoli florets
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
05 - 1/2 cup green peas
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
08 - 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil, plus more if needed

→ Garnishes

09 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
10 - Chopped fresh cilantro

→ Stir-Fry Sauce

11 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
13 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
14 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
15 - 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
16 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or sriracha (optional, for heat)

# Directions:

01 - Cut protein and vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Combine soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, cornstarch slurry, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes or sriracha in a small bowl. Set stir-fry sauce aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add protein and sauté for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked. Transfer protein to a plate and set aside.
03 - In the same pan, add more oil if necessary. Add broccoli florets, diced bell pepper, sliced carrot, and peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Return cooked protein to pan. Pour in prepared stir-fry sauce and mix thoroughly. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens and evenly coats all components.
05 - Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped fresh cilantro. Serve warm, accompanied by steamed rice or noodles if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses whatever protein or vegetables you have handy
  • Ready in just twenty minutes
  • Packed with color crunch and flavor
  • Easy cleanup with only one skillet needed
  • Nutritious and balanced for dinner or lunch
02 -
  • This dish is high in protein and veggies
  • It can be customized with nearly any seasonal vegetable
  • The leftovers taste great for lunch the next day
03 -
  • Keep all ingredients prepped and near the stove before you start since things move quickly once you begin cooking
  • For extra depth toast your sesame seeds before garnishing
  • If you want more gloss in your sauce use potato starch instead of cornstarch
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving since every soy sauce brand is slightly different

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