Garlic Ginger Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Garlic Ginger Vegetable Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup white rice; 1 Tbs. vegetable or wok oil; 2 tsp. dark sesame oil; 1/2 head small napa cabbage, shredded; 1/4 lb. snow peas, trimmed and cut in half on an angle; 1 red bell pepper, seeded, quartered lengthwise and sliced into thin strips crossways; 5 scallions, thinly sliced on an angle; 2 cups bean sprouts, washed and drained; 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2-inch piece fresh ginger, finely chopped or grated; 1/4 cup dark soy sauce, preferably tamari; 1 Tbs. Chinese 5-spice powder; Juice of 1 large navel orange; 3 oz. apricot preserves (about 3 rounded Tbs.); Coarse salt to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup white rice
1 Tbs. vegetable or wok oil
2 tsp. dark sesame oil
1/2 head small napa cabbage, shredded
1/4 lb. snow peas, trimmed and cut in half on an angle
1 red bell pepper, seeded, quartered lengthwise and sliced into thin strips crossways
5 scallions, thinly sliced on an angle
2 cups bean sprouts, washed and drained
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2-inch piece fresh ginger, finely chopped or grated
1/4 cup dark soy sauce, preferably tamari
1 Tbs. Chinese 5-spice powder
Juice of 1 large navel orange
3 oz. apricot preserves (about 3 rounded Tbs.)
Coarse salt to taste

1
Prepare white rice according to package directons.
2
Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat.
3
Add vegetable or wok oil and sesame oil to hot pan.
4
Add vegetables, and stir-fry for 2 or 3 minutes.
5
Add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 2 minutes more.
6
Add soy sauce.
7
Sprinkle with Chinese 5-spice powder.
8
Juice orange over pan, and add preserves.
9
Remove pan from heat, and toss until vegetables are evenly coated and preserves are dissolved.
10
Season with a few pinches of salt to taste, and serve immediatly over hot rice.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup white rice, 1 Tbs. vegetable or wok oil, 2 tsp. dark sesame oil, 1/2 head small napa cabbage, shredded, and more.

Yes, Garlic Ginger Vegetable Stir-Fry falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Garlic Ginger Vegetable Stir-Fry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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