Description
A vibrant medley of colorful veggies, juicy protein, and zesty seasonings, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- Protein (Beef, Chicken, or Tofu)
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 1 Green Bell Pepper
- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
- 1 Medium Onion
- 2 Carrots, julienned
- 1 cup Snap Peas
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons BBQ Sauce
- Olive Oil (for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep all your ingredients: Wash and cut vegetables, mince garlic, and slice protein.
- Heat your pan: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the protein: Add your sliced protein and stir-fry until browned, about 3-4 minutes for meat or 5-6 minutes for tofu.
- Add aromatics: Toss in minced garlic and onion, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Fill it up with veggies: Add carrots first, followed by bell peppers and snap peas, stir for about 2-3 minutes.
- Sauce it up: Drizzle in soy sauce and BBQ sauce, mixing well and cooking for an additional minute.
- Finish with sesame oil: Drizzle sesame oil over the top and toss everything together.
- Plate it up: Serve hot over rice, wrapped in tortillas, or on its own.
Notes
Customize with your favorite veggies and proteins. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: stir fry, cowboy cooking, quick meals, colorful veggies, busy weeknights