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Vegetable Stir-Fry with Spicy Cilantro Herb Sauce

Vegetable Stir-Fry with Spicy Cilantro Herb Sauce


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  • Author: Tania Goulart
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crisp, yet tender fresh market vegetables are packed with flavor and drizzled with a spicy cilantro herb sauce for a delicious herbaceous tang.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (960 ml) of mixed vegetables, sliced thinly: red/green/yellow bell pepper, yellow squash, zucchini, chinese eggplant, watermelon radishes, carrots
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) scallions
  • 2 tblsp (30 ml) vegtable oil
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) cilantro
  • 2 tblsp tarragon, very finely chopped

For Cilantro Herb Sauce:

  • 2 cups (480 ml) cilantro
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) of mint
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) of tarragon
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) scallions thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 inch piece of ginger peeled and sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 Serrano chiles, both stemmed and 1 seeded (more seed means more spice, adjust accordingly)
  • 2 tblsp sesame seeds, lightly toasted (1 tblsp brown and 1 tblsp black sesame seeds)
  • 2 tblsp (30 ml) rice vinegar, unseasoned
  • 4 tblsp (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cilantro herb sauce: In a food processor, combine cilantro, mint, tarragon, scallions, ginger, and garlic. Add olive oil, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water. Pulse into a thick wet paste or purée. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender and vibrant in color.
  4. Add the scallions and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and drizzle with the cilantro herb sauce. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, use the freshest organic vegetables available.
  • The sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less ginger and garlic.
  • Serve over rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 18
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 0