Simple Garlic and Lemon Stir-Fry
A quick and easy stir-fry that combines garlic, olive oil, and fresh vegetables with your choice of protein, finished with a bright splash of lemon juice.
Ingredients
For the stir-fry
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps everything sear instead of steam.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Cook until fragrant.
- 1 teaspoon salt To taste.
- 1 teaspoon pepper To taste.
- 1 lemon, juiced lemon juice To brighten the dish.
- 1 pound protein (chicken or tofu) Cook until done.
- 4 cups vegetables (spinach, broccoli or your choice) Cut into similar sizes for even cooking.
Instructions
Cooking
- Warm a pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Wait until the oil shimmers.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Add your chosen protein and cook until fully done, stirring to ensure even cooking.
- Add chopped vegetables to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Toss everything together.
- Continue to stir-fry until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Turn off the heat and drizzle lemon juice over the stir-fry. Toss again before serving.
Notes
For best results, keep garlic moving to prevent bitterness, avoid crowding the pan for better texture, cut vegetables to similar sizes, and add lemon juice at the end for freshness. Leftovers can be refrigerated but are best eaten promptly to maintain crispness.