This quick and vibrant stir-fry highlights the natural crunch of celery and carrots paired with the sharp sweetness of red onion. Inspired by classic Chinese home cooking, this dish delivers a satisfying textural contrast and aromatic flavor profile without heavy sauces. It’s an excellent side dish or light main for weeknight dinners, offering a fresh, healthy alternative that comes together in under 30 minutes. The simplicity allows the quality of the fresh produce to shine, making it a reliable go-to for busy evenings when you want something nutritious, flavorful, and undeniably satisfying for the whole family.
Onion Recipe
Description
This quick and vibrant stir-fry highlights the natural crunch of celery and carrots paired with the sharp sweetness of red onion. Inspired by classic Chinese home cooking, this dish delivers a satisfying textural contrast and aromatic flavor profile without heavy sauces. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent side dish or light main for weeknight dinners, offering a fresh, healthy alternative that comes together in under 30 minutes. The simplicity allows the quality of the fresh produce to shine, making it a reliable go-to for busy evenings when you want something nutritious, flavorful, and undeniably satisfying for the whole family.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of oil.
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Add the thinly sliced red onion and carrot matchsticks to the pan, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
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Add the sliced celery stalks and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes to maintain a crisp texture.
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Add the slivered shredded Chinese cabbage and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the cabbage is just wilted but still crunchy.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste, give a final toss, and remove from heat immediately to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 42.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 47.0mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 9.8g4%
- Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
- Sugars 4.8g
- Protein 1.6g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For added flavor, consider tossing the vegetables with a splash of soy sauce or sesame oil at the end of cooking.
To keep the vegetables crisp-tender, do not overcook; the high heat and short cooking time are essential for texture.
This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles to make a complete meal.
Ensure all vegetables are cut uniformly for even cooking.
