Penne Pasta Stir-Fry (Asian-Style)

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 16
A delicious and healthy Penne Pasta Stir-Fry (Asian-Style) recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons cornstarch or 2 teaspoons arrowroot
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 large thinly sliced carrots
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 cup fresh snow pea , trimmed
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 cups cooked penne pasta
1 fresh ground pepper , to taste
salt
okra
red bell pepper
green bell pepper
green beans
sesame oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
210
Sugar
3g
Fat
4g
This Penne Pasta Stir-Fry (Asian-Style) is a quick and easy meal that’s full of flavor and healthy ingredients. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you don’t have much time to cook. This recipe is a twist on traditional stir-fry and is a great way to use up leftover penne pasta. The veggies can be switched out for your favorites or whatever is in season. The sauce is a combination of soy sauce and rice vinegar which gives it a nice balance of salty and tangy flavors. The dish is finished off with a drizzle of sesame oil which adds a burst of nutty flavor and depth to the recipe.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix cornstarch/arrowroot with 1 tbsp of soy sauce until smooth
2.In a separate bowl, mix the remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chicken broth together. Set aside.
3.Heat canola oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
4.Add carrots and garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes.
5.Add snow peas, red pepper flakes, okra, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and green beans. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
6.Add the cooked penne pasta and the soy sauce mixture to the skillet. Toss to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7.Drizzle sesame oil on top of the pasta and vegetables. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
8.Serve hot!

PROS

This dish is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet.
It’s packed with nutritious ingredients and can be customized to your taste with different veggies.
The use of low-sodium low-fat chicken broth, canola oil, and sesame oil makes this recipe a healthier option without losing the flavor.

CONS

The dish contains soy sauce which is high in sodium.
Too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure.
This recipe is also not gluten-free as it contains penne pasta.
It might not be suitable for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Penne Pasta Stir-Fry is a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It’s low in fat and calories and high in protein, which is good for muscle growth and repair. Snow peas and carrots are rich in vitamin C, which boosts immunity and helps to keep skin healthy. Okra is rich in fiber, which aids in digestion.

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