chinese stir-fry vegetables

Odessa, TX
Updated on Dec 16, 2012

This recipe is from my sister-in-law, Judy. She sent me several healthy recipes after I had heart surgery years ago and I love them all. This is really easy and very delicious. This internet picture shows how the dish should look. I will add my own pictures the next time I make this recipe.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stir-Fry
yield 4 - 6

Ingredients

  • 6 - 8 cups mixed, fresh veggies
  • SUGGESTED VEGETABLES:
  • - zucchini
  • - yellow squash
  • - onion
  • - carrot
  • - snow peas
  • - broccoli
  • - bell pepper (your choice of color)
  • - sliced water chestnuts (drained)
  • - fresh, sliced mushrooms
  • - baby corn
  • DEPENDING ON AMOUNT OF VEGGIES YOU USE:
  • 1/2 - 1 cups low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 - 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3/4-1 1/4 cup water
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons mrs dash garlic/herb seasoning blend
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup canola or safflower oil
  • 2 - 3 cups brown rice (uncooked)

How To Make chinese stir-fry vegetables

  • Step 1
    PREPARATION: Wash and pat-dry the vegetables. Cut vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Set aside. Add cornstarch and water in mixing cup and stir until dissolved. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    Prepare rice per instructions on package.
  • Step 3
    In a large, non-stick skillet or wok, heat the oil until you see a slight “rippling” of the oil.
  • Step 4
    Add prepared vegetables and water chestnuts and cook for @ 5 – 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Step 5
    Add the soy sauce and cornstarch mixture to the vegetables and continue cooking until it thickens slightly.
  • Step 6
    Season with garlic/herb seasoning and black pepper to taste.
  • Step 7
    Serve over brown rice.

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