Spicy Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe
So, you think your taste buds can handle excitement? Meet spicy vegetable stir fry, the sassiest way to wake dinner from boredom.
Vegetables sizzle like they’re auditioning for a cooking show, while chili heat makes you question why bland food ever existed.
It’s colorful, bold, and takes less time than scrolling through everyone’s fake vacation photos. Honestly, you’ll look like a kitchen queen.
One wok, fiery sauce, and some fearless stirring, and boom—your meal just upgraded itself from plain to fabulous. Darling, prepare napkins.
Spicy Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe
A fiery stir fry loaded with fresh vegetables, bold flavors, and a kick of chili heat—fast, flavorful, and plant-powered.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger grated
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium carrot julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- ½ cup mushrooms sliced
- ½ cup baby corn
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp chili paste or sriracha
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 green onions chopped
Instructions
- Heat wok over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Stir until fragrant—don’t burn it, unless bitterness is your vibe.
- Toss in bell peppers, carrot, broccoli, snap peas, mushrooms, and baby corn. Stir fry 5 minutes, keeping vegetables crisp and vibrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, vinegar, chili paste, maple syrup, and cornstarch slurry. Pour over vegetables and stir quickly.
- Add chili flakes for extra fire. Stir until sauce coats everything and thickens.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately with rice or noodles.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 190
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 58%
- Vitamin C: 92%
- Iron: 14%
- Potassium: 13%
- Folate: 18%
Notes and Tips
- Slice vegetables evenly for quicker cooking.
- Add extra chili paste if your soul demands more fire.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Throw in tofu or tempeh if you want added protein power.
- Serve with rice noodles for maximum spicy drama.
