Description
A versatile stir-fry dish that can be prepared ahead and customized to your taste preferences.
Ingredients
- Chicken (quantity as needed)
- Vegetables for stir-frying
- Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- Oyster sauce
- Cornstarch
- Chicken broth
- Optional: chili peppers or chili flakes
- Optional: chili oil
Instructions
- Prepare and marinate the protein of choice
- Prepare the sauce mixture
- Stir-fry the vegetables
- Cook the protein
- Combine all ingredients
- Thicken the sauce with cornstarch slurry
- Serve hot
Notes
- Can be prepared 1-2 days ahead, with final cooking just before serving
- For spicier version, add 1-2 sliced fresh chili peppers or 1 teaspoon of chili flakes
- For gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure oyster sauce is gluten-free
- Can substitute chicken with beef, shrimp, or firm tofu
- If sauce isn’t thickening, ensure cornstarch is dissolved in cold water and sauce reaches a simmer
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
Keywords: stir-fry, adaptable recipe, make-ahead meal, chicken stir-fry, versatile dish
