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Vegetable Medley

Cultural Context

The Vegetable Medley is a colorful dish that reflects South Africa's rich agricultural diversity, often featuring seasonal produce. Traditionally enjoyed as a side dish, it brings together the vibrant flavors and textures of various vegetables, making it a staple in many households. Today, this dish has gained popularity globally, with countless variations incorporating local ingredients and spices, showcasing the versatility of vegetables in modern cuisine.

South AfricanZAside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium sliced onion
1 cup cauliflower florets
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups sliced zucchini
1 cup sliced portobello mushrooms
1 cup halved brussels sprouts
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup water
to taste basic seasoning

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat option with a similar cooking profile.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

1

Start by prepping the vegetables: sliced onion, cauliflower, carrot, zucchini, portobello mushroom, and brussels sprouts.

2

Microwave the brussels sprouts for about 1 minute to soften them.

3

Heat olive oil in a cast iron wok over medium-high heat.

4

Add the sliced onion to the wok and sauté to flavor the oil.

5

Add the carrot and cauliflower to the wok; stir-fry for about 1 minute.

6

Add the zucchini to the wok; stir-fry for another minute.

7

Add a small amount of water to the wok to steam the vegetables gently, adding more water as needed without diluting the flavor.

8

Add the portobello mushroom towards the end to retain its flavor and texture.

9

Finally, add the microwaved brussels sprouts to the wok and mix everything together for about 10 seconds.

10

Serve the vegetable medley immediately after mixing.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingtossing

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianveganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Mixed VegetablesSeasonal Vegetable Stir-fry

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