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Savory Mushroom Stir Fry
Elevate your dinner experience with this Savory Mushroom Stir Fry, a colorful and delicious vegetarian dish that celebrates the rich umami flavor of mushrooms. This vibrant medley features tender broccoli and sweet red bell peppers, all kissed by the warmth of garlic and ginger. Tossed in a fragrant soy-sesame sauce, this stir fry is a quick yet satisfying meal that captures the essence of Asian culinary traditions, where stir frying was invented as a fast method to maintain the food's nutrients and flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, this dish is not only healthy but also bursting with color and taste, making it a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon
- Garlic, minced
- 3 cloves
- Mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or button)
- 8 ounces
- Broccoli florets
- 2 cups
- Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium
- Green onions, sliced
- 2, for garnish
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
- Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown beautifully.
- Introduce the broccoli florets and sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and sesame oil to create a flavorful sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the sautéed vegetables, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the veggies.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips
- Feel free to customize this stir fry with your favorite vegetables such as snap peas, carrots, or baby corn for added color and nutrition.
- For a protein boost, consider adding tofu or tempeh, sautéing them until golden before adding the vegetables.
- You can make this dish gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Calories: 220 Fat: 10g Carbs: 30g Protein: 6g Sodium: 800mg Sugar: 4g
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