Transform your weeknight dinner with this quick and vibrant Vegan Asparagus Mushroom Stir Fry!

Combining the earthy flavors of mushrooms with crisp asparagus, this dish is a light and flavorful side that’s anything but boring!

Ingredients

1 lb asparagus, peeled and cut into equal parts
8 oz button mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 oz red bell pepper, sliced
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1/3 tsp sugar
3 tsp light soy sauce
1 tsp cornstarch
Salt
Cooking oil
Crushed black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Blanch asparagus in boiling water with 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp oil for 3 minutes; set aside.

Step 2: Blanch mushrooms for 1 minute; set aside.

Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water to make liquid starch.

Step 4: Heat oil in a pan, add garlic, and stir until fragrant.

Step 5: Add blanched asparagus, mushrooms, and red pepper.

Step 6: Season with 1/3 tsp salt, 1/3 tsp sugar, 3 tsp soy sauce, and liquid starch.

Step 7: Stir-fry over high heat, sprinkle with crushed black pepper, serve and enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use other vegetables?

Yes, feel free to add or substitute with vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli.

2. Can I skip blanching the vegetables?

Blanching helps retain the vibrant color and texture, but you can skip it if you’re short on time.

3. What does liquid starch do?

It thickens the sauce, making it smooth and helping it stick to the ingredients.

4. Is this dish gluten-free?

Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this dish gluten-free.

5. Can I make this dish ahead of time?

It’s best served fresh, but you can prep the vegetables ahead and stir-fry just before serving.