Shortcut Stir Fry
Effortless weeknight dinners just got a whole lot easier with 'Shortcut Stir Fry,' a quick and flavorful dish that's ready in under 20 minutes! This recipe combines pre-cooked protein like chicken, tofu, or shrimp with a mix of vibrant frozen vegetables, all coated in a rich, savory soy-hoisin sauce that comes together in seconds. A touch of garlic and ginger brings authentic stir fry flavors to life, while optional sesame seeds add a nutty finish for garnish. Serve it over rice or noodles for a hearty meal, or enjoy it as a low-carb option on its own. Perfect for busy schedules, this dish is a time-saving twist on classic stir fry without compromising on taste. Keywords: quick stir fry, easy stir fry recipe, low-carb stir fry, 20-minute dinner, homemade stir fry sauce.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups pre-cooked protein (chicken, tofu, or shrimp)
- 3 cups frozen stir fry vegetable mix
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 4 cups cooked rice or noodles (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the pre-cooked protein (chicken, tofu, or shrimp) and stir fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the frozen stir fry vegetable mix to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
Step 5
While the vegetables cook, make the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl.
Step 6
Return the protein to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 7
Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.
Step 8
Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles, or enjoy on its own for a low-carb option.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2143.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2569.4 |
| Total Fat 54.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 17.4g | |
| Cholesterol 389.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4972.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 319.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.3g | |
| Protein 187.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 546.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3207.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories