Vegetable Stir-Fry with Noodles
This Vegetable Stir-Fry with Noodles is a colorful and nutritious dish that combines a variety of fresh vegetables with your choice of noodles, all tossed in a flavorful stir-fry sauce. It's quick to prepare, making it perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
- 8 oz noodles such as rice noodles, soba, or lo mein
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell pepper sliced (red or yellow)
- 1 cup snap peas or green beans
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions for garnish
- Optional: toasted sesame seeds for garnish
For the Stir-Fry Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon water to thin the sauce if needed
Instructions
Cook the Noodles:
- Begin by cooking the noodles according to the package instructions. Make sure to cook them until they are al dente. Once cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Prepare the Stir-Fry Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, and water. This will be your stir-fry sauce. Adjust the amount of sriracha based on your preferred spice level.
Sauté Aromatics:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Add Vegetables:
- Next, add the broccoli florets, bell pepper slices, snap peas, and shredded carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp. You can add a splash of water if needed to help steam the vegetables and prevent sticking.
Combine Noodles and Sauce:
- Once the vegetables are cooked to your liking, add the cooked noodles to the skillet along with the prepared stir-fry sauce. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through. If necessary, add more water to thin out the sauce.
Serve and Garnish:
- Remove from heat and transfer the stir-fried noodles and vegetables to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Enjoy Your Meal:
- Serve immediately while hot. This Vegetable Stir-Fry with Noodles is not only delicious but also versatile; feel free to customize it with any vegetables you have on hand or add protein such as tofu or tempeh for extra nutrition!
- This recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner and can be easily adapted based on your preferences!