Citrus meets veggies in a stir fry. This recipe features carrots, bok choy, broccoli, leeks, and chard. The sauce is citrusy with a hint of ginger. A quick, healthy, easy meal. Great for lunch or dinner!
Broccoli | 1 Bunch (100 gm) | |
Bok choy | 1 Bunch (100 gm) | |
Chard | 2 Medium ((only leaf)) | |
Lettuce | 1 Bunch (100 gm) , chop | |
Leek | 1 Medium , chop | |
Carrot | 1 Medium , cube | |
Orange | 2 Medium | |
Lemon | 1 Small | |
Ginger | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
Red pepper flakes | 1/8 Teaspoon | |
Honey | 1 Teaspoon | |
Water | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
Soy sauce | 1/8 Cup (2 tbs) | |
Salt | 1 Teaspoon | |
Canola oil | 3 Teaspoon |
GETTING READY
1.Chop veggies.
2.Whisk together cornstarch, orange and lemon juices, water, soy sauce, honey, seasonings.
MAKING
3.Heat pan (a large frying pan, or wok would be best) over medium-high heat, add canola oil.
4.When it’s hot, add carrots, leeks, and broccoli.
5.Toss often, using tongs, cooking for a few minutes (veggies should retain their bright colors).
6.Add bok choy, meche, and chard to pan.
7.Toss to combine.
8.Cook a few minutes more.
9.Veggies should be hot, but still tender-crisp.
10.Add sauce to pan.
11.Stir to combine.
12.Return to heat and cook about 1 minute, or until sauce is thickened.
13.Remove from heat.
SERVING
14.Serve with rice (or whatever sides you’ve chosen) and enjoy!
Notes
I went vegetarian and simple for this meal. But, chicken (maybe pan seared kinda crispy, with some sesame seeds), beef, pork, or tofu would be a delicious addition. You can also use tons of other veggies: snap peas, green beans, celery, cauliflower, squash, garlic… use what’s in season, and what you have!
Sesame seeds would be a nice addition. I just forgot to add them. You could also top with chives, peanuts, almonds, or crunchy noodles.
I didn’t add any salt. I tasted it (it didn’t make it into the show) and for me, it didn’t need any.
Cook time doesn’t include sides. Serves 2 with leftovers.
For more information visit the blog entry Ginger-Citrus Stir Fry!
Serving size Complete recipe
Calories 622Calories from Fat 158
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18 g27.7%
Saturated Fat 1 g5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 4146 mg172.75%
Total Carbohydrates 114 g38%
Dietary Fiber 24 g96%
Sugars 57 g
Protein 17 g34%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet