Basic Chinese Stir Fry Vegetables

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon of grated ginger
• 1/2 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup of water
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
3. Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and mushrooms and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
4. Add the water, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar and stir-fry for 1 minute.
5. Add the sesame oil, salt, and pepper and stir-fry for 1 minute more.
6. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Stir-frying is a great way to get a variety of vegetables in one dish.
• Stir-fries are also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
• Stir-fries can be served over rice, noodles, or even toast.