Stir Fry Bell Peppers and Onions | How to Grill Bell Peppers |Side Dish Recipe |Bell Pepper Stir Fry

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is a great protein source and often cheaper than tofu.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free; coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy; peanut oil is often less expensive.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add sliced bell peppers and onion; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add sliced carrots and broccoli; continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and cornstarch until smooth; add to the skillet.

Toss vegetables to coat evenly; cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.

Add snap peas and tofu; stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with black pepper and salt to taste.

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

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