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Low-Fat Chinese Vegetable Stir-Fry

By Jolinda Hackett, About.com

Vegetable stir-fries are a great staple for most vegetarians and vegans. They can be prepared quickly with ingredients you likely have on hand and are generally quite healthy. This vegetarian and vegan Chinese-style vegetable stir-fry is low in fat and is quite easy to prepare. Feel free to add some tofu or seitan into the mix as well, and serve over rice if desired.
Ingredients:
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 slice ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup broccoli, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts (optional)
  • 1/3 cup bamboo shoots
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup snow peas
Preparation:
Heat the oil in a large skillet, wok or frying pan. Sautee the ginger and garlic for 2-3 minutes.

Carefully add the water, soy sauce and broccoli. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, then add the remaining ingredients.

Stir-fry for another 5 minutes, until vegetables are cooked. Serve over rice if desired and enjoy!

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Low-Fat Chinese Vegetable Stir-Fry
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Chinese Style Stir-Fry with Seitan and Hoisin Sauce
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Vegetarian Chow Mein Recipe
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Easy Sweet and Sour Sauce

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