Asian Stir Fry
Julie Pace, RDN
Try this delicious Asian stir fry recipe for a quick and easy vegan lunch or dinner. It's packed with colorful, fresh, nutrient rich vegetables and protein-rich edamame making it a nourishing and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Asian
Sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar organic
- 1/2 cup soy sauce, low sodium
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, minced, optional
To thicken sauce:
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
Stir Fry
- 6 ounces rice noodles, uncooked
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 stalks green onions, chopped
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup red bell peppers, sliced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 12 ounce edamame, shelled frozen, organic
Stir Fry
In a wok or skillet, heat sesame oil. Add in broccoli, red bell pepper, green onions, garlic, mushrooms, and red onion. Stir fry for about 5 minutes or until tender.
While vegetables are cooking, cook the noodles and edamame according to package directions. Then set aside.
Sauce
In a medium saucepan whisk together water, sesame oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger and garlic.
In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water then set aside.
Bring ingredients in saucepan to a boil then simmer.
Add in the cornstarch/water mixture, whisk slowly and continuously to combine. Let simmer until sauce starts to thicken.
Remove from heat when desired thickness is reached. Set aside.
Combine the cooked noodles and edamame to skillet with vegetables. Pour over sauce and toss well until evenly coated.
Plate and enjoy!
Keyword asian stir fry, noodles, Quick and Easy, vegan