Craving that restaurant-quality vegetable side dish that's both nutritious and incredibly delicious? Look no further! Our Panda Express Super Greens Copycat recipe is about to revolutionize your home cooking, bringing the magic of restaurant-style stir-fried vegetables right to your kitchen. In just 15 minutes, you'll create a vibrant, crisp, and flavor-packed vegetable medley that will have your family begging for seconds – and wondering how you became such a culinary wizard!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups sugar snap peas
- 1 cup sliced zucchini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Trim the broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size for even cooking.
- Slice the sugar snap peas diagonally into thin strips, removing any tough strings if necessary.
- Cut the zucchini into thin, half-moon shaped slices approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and becomes fragrant.
- Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Add broccoli florets first and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, as they take the longest to cook.
- Introduce sugar snap peas and zucchini to the skillet, continuing to stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season the vegetables with salt and pepper, tossing to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Cook until vegetables are bright green and crisp-tender, with a slight bite and not overly soft.
- Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking and maintain the vegetables' vibrant color and texture.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot as a side dish or light vegetable medley.
Tips
- Vegetable Prep is Key: Cut all vegetables to similar sizes to ensure even cooking and a consistent texture.
- High Heat is Your Friend: Use a wok or large skillet and keep the heat at medium-high to achieve that perfect crisp-tender result.
- Timing Matters: Add vegetables in order of cooking time – start with broccoli, then add quicker-cooking vegetables like snap peas and zucchini.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and prevent steaming instead of stir-frying.
- Fresh Garlic Makes a Difference: Use fresh garlic cloves for the most authentic and vibrant flavor.
- Season Carefully: Add salt and pepper gradually, tasting as you go to achieve the perfect balance.
- Serve Immediately: These super greens are best enjoyed hot and fresh, right out of the pan for maximum crispness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 70kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
