HOW TO MAKE CARROT STIR FRY | Full of UMAMI !

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein and fiber, while seitan is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is more economical.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili provides a spicy kick, while black pepper is a common spice.

Peel and julienne the carrots into very thin diagonal slices.

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat (about 1 tablespoon).

Add the sliced carrots to the frying pan and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until cooked.

Add mirin, soy sauce, and sugar to the pan with the carrots.

Continue cooking until there is almost no liquid left in the frying pan.

Turn off the heat and add katsuobushi fish flakes; mix well.

Serve the carrot stir fry in a bowl.

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