Description
A quick and flavorful simple stir-fry featuring a colorful medley of vegetables, protein options like prawns, salmon, or chicken, and a savory soy and sweet chili sauce, served over tender egg noodles. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 500g mixed vegetables such as carrots, baby corn, broccoli, courgettes, red peppers, and cabbage or pak choi
For Stir-Fry
- 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
- 1 garlic clove, sliced
- 1cm fresh ginger, grated
- 1½ tbsp reduced salt soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce (optional)
Protein
- 200g cooked prawns, or
- 200g salmon, flaked, or
- 200g chicken breast, shredded
Carbohydrates
- 200g cooked egg noodles
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Finely chop or slice the vegetables into pieces roughly the same size. Slice the carrots diagonally, slice the baby corn, cut the broccoli into small florets and slice the stem, and finely slice the peppers, cabbage, or pak choi.
- Heat the oil and aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon of rapeseed oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced garlic and grated ginger and fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the vegetables: Add the prepared vegetables to the pan and toss to coat them evenly with the oil and aromatics. Fry the vegetables for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add sauces and cook: Pour in 1½ tablespoons of reduced salt soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of sweet chilli sauce if using, then mix well to combine. Continue cooking the vegetables for another 2-3 minutes until they become tender but still crisp.
- Incorporate protein: Stir in your choice of 200g cooked prawns, flaked salmon, or shredded chicken breast. Heat through gently for 1-2 minutes, ensuring the protein is warmed evenly.
- Serve: Spoon the stir-fry over 200g cooked egg noodles and serve immediately for a satisfying and balanced meal.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables based on seasonal availability or preferences.
- Optional sweet chilli sauce adds a hint of sweetness and mild heat, but it can be omitted for a milder flavor.
- Use any cooked protein you prefer or omit for a vegetarian version.
- To save time, use pre-chopped vegetables and pre-cooked noodles.
- Ensure not to overcook vegetables to maintain their crisp texture and vibrant colors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Keywords: stir-fry, quick dinner, vegetables, chicken, prawns, salmon, egg noodles, healthy meal, Asian cuisine
