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Fresh & Easy Stir Fry
Fresh & Easy Stir Fry

Fresh & Easy Stir Fry

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April 18, 2021

  • Yields: 6 servings (1 cup per serving)

Ingredients

3-4 cups cabbage, kale, bok choy or other leafy greens, cut into 1 inch pieces

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

½ cup onion, thinly sliced

1 cup sliced carrot

1 pound sliced chicken OR beef OR firm tofu (drained, cut into 1 inch pieces)

½ cup fresh green onion, thinly sliced for garnish

Sauce

½ cup orange juice

1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

1 tablespoon fresh garlic cloves, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped or 2 teaspoons dried ginger

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, optional

½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Directions

1.Wash hands well with warm water and soap. Wash produce well and chop as directed.

2.Whisk together sauce ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup and set aside.

3.Place a large serving plate next to the stove.

4.Heat vegetable oil in wok or large skillet on high heat until hot.

5.Taking care not to overcrowd the pan, pour in sliced onion and carrots. Cook on high, stirring constantly for 3-5 minutes until onions are soft and browned. Transfer to serving dish.

6.Pour in one more teaspoon of oil into hot pan, heat until hot and add cabbage. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes until firm yet tender. Transfer to serving dish.

7.Add a little more oil to hot pan. Pour in meat or tofu. Stir fry until brown.

8.Stir sauce well and pour over meat/tofu in pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until sauce is thickened.

9.Pour contents of pan over vegetables. Serve hot over brown rice or noodles. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 cup
Calories170
Sodium147mg
Iron1mg
Protein18g
Cholesterol55mg
Sugar3g
Total Fat7g
Saturated Fat1g
Folate43mcg
Calcium40mg
Percent calories from fat37%
Total Carbohydrates9g
Dietary Fiber2g