This Stir-Fried Scallops with Vegetables dish is light, healthy, and packed with umami flavor. Tender, juicy scallops are quickly seared and tossed with crisp, colorful vegetables in a delicious garlic-ginger sauce. This dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a weeknight meal!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Quick & Easy – Ready in under 20 minutes!
✔️ Healthy & Light – Packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
✔️ Savory & Flavorful – Coated in a delicious garlic-ginger stir-fry sauce.
✔️ Pairs Well with Rice or Noodles – Serve it over steamed rice or stir-fried noodles!
Ingredients for Stir-Fried Scallops with Vegetables
For the Stir-Fry:
- Sea scallops – 1 lb (patted dry)
- Bell peppers (sliced) – 1 cup (red, yellow, or green)
- Broccoli florets – 1 cup
- Carrots (julienned or sliced) – 1/2 cup
- Snow peas or snap peas – 1/2 cup
- Garlic (minced) – 3 cloves
- Ginger (grated or minced) – 1 teaspoon
- Green onions (chopped, for garnish) – 2 tablespoons
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional) – 1 teaspoon
For the Sauce:
- Soy sauce – 3 tablespoons
- Oyster sauce – 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil – 1 teaspoon
- Rice vinegar – 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch – 1 teaspoon (mixed with 1 tablespoon water for thickening)
- Honey or sugar – 1 teaspoon (for balance)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat) – 1/2 teaspoon
For Cooking:
- Vegetable oil or sesame oil – 2 tablespoons