Ugandan Vegetable Stir-Fry
A vibrant and quick stir-fry packed with a variety of colorful vegetables, seasoned with a hint of chili and sesame, perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Onion(diced)
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 inch knob Ginger(grated)
- 1 medium Carrots(julienned)
- 1 any color Bell pepper(sliced)
- 1 small Eggplant(cubed)
- 1 cup French beans(trimmed and cut)
- 0.5 cup Mushrooms(sliced)
- 1 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 2 tbsp Chili sauce(or to taste)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds(roasted, for garnish)
- 0.5 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper(or to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add diced onion and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir-frying for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the julienned carrots and sliced bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- 4
Add the cubed eggplant and French beans. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add the sliced mushrooms and chopped tomatoes. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms are cooked and tomatoes are slightly softened.
- 6
Stir in the chili sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat all the vegetables.
- 7
Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 8
Garnish with roasted sesame seeds and serve immediately. This dish pairs well with rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- ✓Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- ✓Adjust chili sauce to your preferred level of spice.
🔄 Variations
- Add other vegetables like broccoli, zucchini, or snap peas.
- Include a protein source like chicken, beef, or tofu.
- For a sweeter sauce, add a teaspoon of honey or sugar.