40 sensational stir-fry recipes (2024)

When it comes to quick weeknight dinners, it’s hard to look past the humble stir-fry. Whether you like it packed full of tender lamb, grilled chicken or juicy prawns, we’ve got a recipe for you. You’ll also find options here for those following a meat-free diet, with dishes packed full of fresh vegies and fragrant Asian spices. Scroll through and see what appeals to you for dinner tonight. Time to get that wok fired up, and bowls at the ready!

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Sweet and soy pork

Sweet and soy pork

A little bit sweet, a little bit salty and completely delicious.

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Thai basil chicken and snake bean stir-fry

Thai basil chicken and snake bean stir-fry

This quick & easy stir fry is a simple weeknight meal. You’ll love fragrant Thai basil, tender chicken and snake beans with cashews for added texture.

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Chilli chicken stir-fry

Chilli chicken stir-fry

Quick, easy and absolutely delicious, this stir-fry chicken recipe is sure to become your go-to weeknight meal. We like ours with plenty of red chillies, but you can customise it to your taste.

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Lamb and black bean stir-fry

Lamb and black bean stir-fry

The whole family will love this quick and easy lamb stir-fry with plenty of fresh green veg and a rich Chinese black bean sauce.

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Prawn sang choy bow

Crisp lettuce cups, juicy prawns, zesty lime, chilli and ginger make every mouthful of prawn sang choy bow a delight. Use baby lettuce leaves to serve this as finger food at a co*cktail party.

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Lemongrass chicken with vermicelli salad

Lemongrass chicken with vermicelli salad

Fresh, spicy and full of flavour.

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Pork with rice noodles

If you’re looking for something quick and easy for a mid-week family meal, look no further than our pork with rice noodles. Adjust the chilli for heat, and it can be on the table in under half an hour.

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Honey chicken with buk choy and sesame

Honey chicken with buk choy and sesame

If you pop the chicken in the marinade in the morning, this dish can be on the table in under 30 minutes. Chicken thigh fillets are better than the breast for this dish as the thigh meat is more tender and juicy.

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Teriyaki chicken udon noodles with choy sum

Teriyaki chicken udon noodles with choy sum

This tasty chicken noodle stir-fry is a great way to use up leftover vegies, and you can substitute for whatever you have on hand. Quick, healthy and budget-friendly.

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Gai lan and mushroom five-spice stir-fry

Gai lan and mushroom five-spice stir-fry

Gai lan (or Chinese broccoli), enoki mushrooms and udon noodles combine for a delicious vegetarian stir-fry.

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Capsicum, chilli and hoisin chicken

Fresh produce and a few pantry staples are all you need for this delicious hoisin chicken stir-fry.

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Tamarind beef stir fry with kohlrabi salad

Tamarind beef stir fry with kohlrabi salad

This fragrant beef stir fry recipe similar to a Thai beef salad, but makes use of Vietnamese mint and coriander roots and stalks which minimises waste and maximises flavour!

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Honey prawn stir-fry

Honey prawn stir-fry

Stir-fried prawns are tossed through sweet honey and soy sauce and are served with thick rice noodles for a filling, delicious and healthy family dinner idea.

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Ginger fish stir-fry

Ginger fish stir-fry

This fragrant fish stir-fry with wilted leafy greens and fluffy rice is perfect for quick midweek dinners.

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Sticky Thai pork

Sticky Thai pork

This easy recipe can be on the table in half an hour! With flavour-packed Thai-style pork mince, served up with vermicelli noodles in a bowl, it’s sure to be a hit. Sprinkle peanuts on top for added texture.

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Sweet and sour pork

Sweet and sour pork

Our take on the Cantonese-classic.

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Sichuan-style gai lan and pork mince

Spice up tonight’s dinner with this Sichuan-style gai lan and pork mince.

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Hoisin beef stir-fry

Hoisin beef stir-fry

If you marinate the meat overnight, this dish can be on the dinner table even faster. All you need do is slice the vegies before cooking.

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Sesame chicken stir-fry

Sesame chicken stir-fry

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Sesame, ginger and pork stir-fry

Sesame, ginger and pork stir-fry

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Stir-fried spicy squid and octopus

Stir-fried spicy squid and octopus

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Tofu and sugar snap pea stir-fry

Enjoy this healthy, flavoursome and nourishing tofu and sugar snap pea stir-fry for dinner with the family tonight!

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Chicken meatball noodle stir-fry

One-wok dinners are a mid-week blessing, this chicken meatball noodle stir fry is bound to become a firm favourite.

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Teriyaki salmon stir-fry

Teriyaki salmon stir-fry

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Stir-fried prawn omelette

Stir-fried prawn omelette

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Sesame pork stir-fry

Sesame pork stir-fry

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Mixed mushroom stir-fry

Packed full of texture, this mixed mushroom stir-fry is cooked in a fragrant Asian sauce to create a flavour-packed vegetarian dish in no time at all. Serve with steamed rice or on the side of your favourite meat dish for a complete meal.

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Vietnamese pork stir-fry

Vietnamese pork stir-fry

This quick stir-fry is all about the heat and the crunch. Accompanied with steamed rice, this recipe is an ideal mid-week dinner plan.

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Larb gai (spicy chicken salad)

Larb gai (spicy chicken salad)

Not for the faint-hearted.

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Stir-fried thai chicken

Stir-fried thai chicken

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Stir-fried beef and mixed mushrooms

Stir-fried beef and mixed mushrooms

Mixed mushrooms add flavour, texture and complexity to this spicy beef and noodle stir-fry, as well as a welcome boost of important nutrients. Winning all round.

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Stir-fried baby clams with black beans

Stir-fried baby clams with black beans

Tossed with black beans and hot and fragrant spices, these fresh clams really shine as a meal starter or side with asian-inspired honey, soy and oyster sauce.

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Seafood and udon noodle stir-fry

Seafood and udon noodle stir-fry

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Broccolini, brown rice and sesame stir-fry

Broccolini, brown rice and sesame stir-fry

Chopped macadamias add crunch to this colourful, healthy stir-fry.

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Stir-fry hoisin lamb and vegetables

A super fast and easy stir-fried hoisin lamb and vegetables dish.

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Thai spicy beef & noodle stir-fry

Fragrant and spicy Thai beef and noodle stir-fry.

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Stir-fried beef with hokkien noodles

Asian-style stir-fried beef with thin hokkien noodles.

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Stir-fried pumpkin, water spinach and tomatoes

Stir-fried pumpkin, water spinach and tomatoes

Light, fresh and tasty, this beautiful vegetarian pumpkin stir-fry is full of nutrients. Enjoy on the side of a dinner spread or on it’s own with some steamed rice.

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Stir-fried eggplant, tofu and mushrooms

Stir-fried eggplant, tofu and mushrooms

Feed the family with this fresh wholesome stir-fried eggplant, tofu and mushrooms – super quick and simple, and loaded with delicious Asian flavour!

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Prawn and noodle stir-fry

A super fast and easy prawn and noodle stir-fry that is great for busy evenings.

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FAQs

What is the secret ingredient in stir-fry? ›

According to Food & Wine, ketchup is the ultimate way to take the flavor of homemade stir fry up a level, thanks to its sweet and sour flavor profile. It just might be the easiest cooking hack to elevate your home cooking to that of your favorite take-out.

What are the 3 rules of stir-frying? ›

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The first is to cook your protein and your vegetable separately, and combine them only after both are fully cooked. A second rule of thumb for stir-frying: Choose one vegetable per stir-fry. Finally, always remember to add liquid only after everything is more or less finished cooking.

What can I add to stir-fry to make it taste better? ›

5. Add flavour.
  1. Herbs: basil, oregano, cilantro.
  2. Spices: cumin, coriander, cardamom.
  3. Reduced sodium or no sodium added broth.
  4. Fresh lemongrass, garlic or ginger.
  5. 100% fruit juice.
  6. Citrus zest.
  7. Lower sodium soy sauces (<600 mg sodium per tablespoon)
Sep 16, 2019

What is the crunchy thing in stir-fry? ›

What are those crunchy things in your stir-fry? They're water chestnuts, and they're surprisingly good for you! You probably already know a few things about water chestnuts. They're white and crunchy, and you'll find them in a ton of Asian-style stir fry dishes.

What is the best thickener for stir-fry? ›

Cornstarch! In his book How to Cook Everything Vegetarian, Mark Bittman recommends mixing 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with the same amount of water, and tossing this into the stir fry just when it's almost done. It thickens in seconds, picking up the flavors of everything already in the dish and coating evenly.

What not to put in stir-fry? ›

Because stir-frying uses a very high heat, you want a cooking oil that has a high smoke point. Vegetable, canola or peanut oil are my trustee go-tos, and all have a neutral taste, so won't affect flavour. Do not – I repeat, DO NOT – use butter!

How do you make stir-fry taste like a restaurant? ›

Aromatic ingredients like garlic, ginger, green onions, chilies and spices. These ingredients are typically added to the oil first to infuse it with flavor. You won't need much; a few teaspoons to a tablespoon of total aromatic ingredients per person adds a serious amount of flavor.

What are the seven common ingredients in a stir-fry? ›

The main ingredients to a stir-fry are: Proteins – chicken, beef, pork, seafood, tofu, tempeh, seitan. Aromatics – garlic, green onions, shallots, ginger.

When should you add soy sauce in stir-fry? ›

Adding soy sauce too early can burn it. Remember, timing is key. Add soy sauce midway for that perfect cook.

What goes first in a stir-fry? ›

Stir-fry onions first, then add hard vegetables such as carrot and broccoli. Quick-cooking vegetables, such as snow peas, leafy greens and bean sprouts, should be added towards the end of cooking. If using vegies that have a combination of both textures, such as gai laan, add the stems first and the leaves later.

Should I add soy sauce to stir-fry? ›

Soy sauce, sesame oil, a bit of vinegar, or store-bought stir-fry sauces are easy to add to the dish and most stir-fry recipes will include a suggested mixture of liquid. If you don't really have a sauce planned, a bit of bottled soy sauce and some diced garlic or ginger will make a nice basic stir-fry sauce.

What seasoning is good for stir-fry? ›

Ginger. Ginger root is one of the most popular spices used in stir frys. Its spicy zing can really enhance any stir fry, whether you're cooking with vegetables, meat or fish.

What is the best oil for stir frying? ›

So many different oils, the good news is you can stick with what you know – canola is great! The best oils for stir frys are the oils with the higher smoke points. These tend to be the “thinner” oils such as peanut, grapeseed or canola.

Why do you put baking soda in a stir-fry? ›

You can velvet meat and make it melt-in-your-mouth tender by quickly tossing chunks of beef or chicken in about ¾ tsp of baking soda for about 15 minutes before your next stir fry, then rinse and pat the meat dry before putting in the pan.

How to make stir-fry like restaurants? ›

To achieve wok air,
  1. Heat the empty wok until it's insanely hot.
  2. Add oil with a high smoke point, like peanut oil, just a few seconds before adding the food. ...
  3. Don't use too much oil or you'll be frying rather than stir frying, and don't use too little or you won't get wok air and the ingredients may start to burn.
Aug 15, 2020

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