Thai Peanut Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe
This is not your average stir fry—it’s a peanutty, saucy, flavor-packed masterpiece. Crunchy veggies meet a creamy, slightly spicy peanut sauce that clings to every bite. It’s the perfect mix of rich, savory, and fresh. Bonus? It’s ready in under 30 minutes, so no need to babysit the stove. Serve it over rice or noodles, and you’ve got a better-than-takeout meal. Plus, it’s packed with plant-based protein and fiber, so you can feel fancy and healthy. Grab your wok, because this dish is about to make your kitchen smell like a Thai restaurant—minus the delivery fee.
Thai Peanut Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe
A colorful, crunchy vegetable stir fry tossed in a creamy Thai peanut sauce. Quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry:
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 small zucchini sliced
- 1 carrot julienned
- ½ cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
For the Peanut Sauce:
- ¼ cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ cup water adjust for consistency
For Serving:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or noodles
- 2 tbsp chopped peanuts
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, red pepper flakes, and water in a bowl. Set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
- Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper, broccoli, zucchini, carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 5–6 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Pour peanut sauce over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
- Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve immediately over jasmine rice or noodles.
- Garnish with peanuts, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 50%
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Iron: 15%
- Magnesium: 20%
- Folate: 18%
Pro Tips for the Best Stir Fry
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Adjust spice level with more or less red pepper flakes.
- Swap rice for quinoa for extra protein.
