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20 Minute Asian Stir Fry

Julie Pace, RDN
Try this flavorful 20 minute Asian stir fry recipe for a quick and easy 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
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

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

Instructions
 

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 Healthy Recipes, noodles, Quick and Easy, vegan