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Easy Asian Dinner Ideas That Will Transform Your Weeknight Meals

Easy Asian dinner ideas stir fry with colorful vegetables and protein
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This 20-minute Asian-inspired stir fry is your go-to weeknight dinner solution packed with protein, veggies, and bold flavor, all tossed in a quick, glossy sauce that’s better than takeout.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound protein of choice (chicken, beef, tofu, or shrimp)
  • 3 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, carrots, mushrooms)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

  1. Slice your protein and vegetables. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. In another bowl, mix cornstarch with water.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet. Cook protein in batches until just done. Set aside.
  3. Add 1 tbsp oil to the same pan. Add garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions. Stir 30 seconds. Add firm vegetables and cook 2 minutes, then add softer vegetables and cook 2–3 more minutes.
  4. Return protein to the pan. Add sauce and toss to coat. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 1 minute until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  5. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with green onion tops and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos. Swap honey with monk fruit sweetener for a lower sugar version. Frozen veggies work well too no need to thaw.

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