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Garden-Fresh Carrot and Peas Stir Fry

This simple stir fry highlights the natural sweetness and crunch of fresh carrots and peas, quickly cooked at high heat to preserve their vibrant color and texture. Sautéed with garlic and finished with a splash of soy sauce and sesame oil, it creates a bright, crisp, and lightly caramelized dish that captures the essence of a sunlit garden afternoon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Homestyle
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large carrots sliced into thin matchsticks
  • 1 cup frozen peas thawed slightly before adding
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1-2 tablespoons soy sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil add at the end for aroma
  • 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil grapeseed or canola
  • optional garnishes sesame seeds or chopped scallions

Equipment

  • Wok or deep skillet
  • Sharp Knife
  • Spatula or stir-fry turner
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by heating a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then add the neutral oil. Swirl to coat the pan evenly.
  2. Add the finely minced garlic to the hot oil and stir quickly. Cook for about 15 seconds, until fragrant and slightly golden, filling the kitchen with a pungent aroma.
  3. Immediately add the sliced carrots, spreading them out in the pan. Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes until they start to caramelize at the edges and turn a bright, tender-crisp texture.
  4. Add the thawed peas straight from the freezer and stir quickly. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the peas are heated through and vibrant green, giving a slight pop when pressed with the spatula.
  5. Pour in 1 to 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, stirring constantly to coat all the vegetables evenly. The sauce should shimmer, infusing the dish with savory depth.
  6. Finish by drizzling 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over the stir fry, tossing gently to distribute the aroma and toasted flavor throughout the vegetables.
  7. Remove from heat and let sit for a minute, allowing flavors to meld and the dish to settle. Transfer to a plate and garnish with sesame seeds or chopped scallions if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the crisp texture and bright flavors that evoke a sunny garden afternoon.