How to Stir-Fry
Difficulty Level: Easy
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Prep Time:15 Minutes
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Cook Time:PT25M10 Minutes
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Yield:Varies
Ingredients
- Your favorite proteins, vegetables and sauce
- Your favorite proteins, vegetables and sauce
Stir-frying is a great way to whip up quick and healthy meals – and it’s not just for Asian flavors! These techniques work well with all kinds of ingredients. Experiment and find your favorite.
Preparation
STEP 1
Chop, slice and prepare all ingredients before you start cooking. If the sauce has multiple ingredients, combine them before you start to cook.
STEP 2
Cut meat in small, bite-sized pieces, and slice vegetables in bite-sized pieces on diagonal (extra surface area helps them cook more quickly).
STEP 3
Heat wok before adding oil (unless using non-stick). Drizzle oil down sides of wok for even coating and quick heating.
STEP 4
Flavor hot oil by quickly stirring in garlic, ginger and/or chili peppers, but take care to prevent burning.
STEP 5
If stir-fry includes meat, fry first until almost cooked through, then remove from wok. Work in batches to avoid over-crowding. Between batches, carefully wipe wok with a paper towel, add more oil if necessary and allow wok to get hot again.
STEP 6
Add vegetables according to cooking time (for example, add broccoli and carrots before leafy vegetables like bok choy or spinach).
STEP 7
Add meat back when vegetables are almost done, generally with sauce. Bring to just a simmer and enjoy immediately with steamed rice or your favorite noodles.
Options
Notes: If you have a ceramic cook top, it may be difficult to get the sides of a wok sufficiently hot to stir fry well. Try using a large, flat-bottomed sauté pan instead.