Exotic Stir-fry Vegetables

Exotic Stir-Fry Vegetables is a colorful and vibrant dish that features a medley of fresh, crisp vegetables stir-fried to perfection. Enhanced with aromatic ginger and garlic and finished with a savory soy sauce, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect side or main dish for any meal.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (150 grams) broccoli florets
• 1 cup (150 grams) bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
• 1 cup (150 grams) snow peas or snap peas
• 1 cup (150 grams) baby corn, sliced
• 1 cup (150 grams) mushrooms, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned (about 50 grams)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or olive oil)
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
• Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)

Procedure:

1. Wash and chop all the vegetables as instructed. Set them aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
4. Add the broccoli, bell peppers, snow peas, baby corn, mushrooms, and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Drizzle the soy sauce over the vegetables, adding red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 200 kcal
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbohydrates: 32.3 g
• Fat: 5.8 g