Go Stir (Fry) Crazy!
Stir-fries are the ideal family dinner. They are quick, easy and super customizable, depending on the ingredients you have on hand. Here are 25 of our favorite recipes.
Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app.
Chicken & Edamame Stir-Fry Slaw with Sriracha Peanut Vinaigrette
A steady combination of protein, fiber and healthy fats is the key to balanced energy – and this tasty recipe fits the bill with chicken, crunchy sliced cabbage, celery and carrots and a slightly spicy peanut dressing.
Get the recipe here.
Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry with Black Bean Sauce
Velvety, sharp and full-flavored, homemade black bean sauce tastes just like the Chinese takeout mainstay.
Get the recipe here.
Sweet & Sour Pineapple Pork Stir-Fry
Sweet roasted peppers are drizzled with a citrus vinaigrette with just a touch of heat.
Get the recipe here.
Orange-Scented Asparagus & Beef Stir-Fry
This protein-packed paleo diet recipe will keep you full for hours without crashing.
Get the recipe here.
Coconut Shrimp Stir-Fry
This stir-fry boasts energy-boosting B vitamins from broccoli, red bell pepper and Swiss chard. Get even more zeal from the iron-containing shiitake mushrooms and shrimp.
Get the recipe here.
Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry
Pineapple lovers, this one’s for you. The juicy fruit lends a sweet-tart flavor to this veggie-packed stir-fry. We love it served over brown rice.
Get the recipe here.
Garlic Ginger Noodle Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu & Sesame Seeds
Pan-seared tofu pairs beautifully with fresh veggies and teriyaki-style noodles in this quick takeout fake-out. You can substitute whole-grain linguine or brown rice noodles.
Get the recipe here.
Related: The Easiest Dinner You’ll Ever Make
Easy Beef Stir-Fry
Sure to appear on your weekly menu over and over again, this simple-to-prepare beef stir-fry boasts incredible depth of flavor and is on the table in 15 to 20 minutes!
Get the recipe here.
Kung Pao Chickpea Stir-Fry Over Sesame-Fried Millet
Fiber-rich chickpeas stand in for meat in this colorful stir-fry with a spicy-sweet sauce – all served over millet sautéed in sesame oil and speckled with green onions.
Get the recipe here.
Polynesian Stir-Fry
This stir-fry recipe uses fresh orange juice and vinegar to add big flavor while helping to keep the sodium level below 400 milligrams per serving.
Get the recipe here.
Teriyaki-Glazed Chicken & Shrimp Stir-Fry
Making your own teriyaki sauce is a breeze with our easy recipe that uses pantry staples. Serve this protein-rich chicken and shrimp stir fry with brown jasmine rice or brown rice udon noodles.
Get the recipe here.
Chicken Fried Rice with Pineapple
The combination of sweet, fresh pineapple, salty fish sauce and spicy chile sauce is typical of Thai dishes.
Get the recipe here.
Ginger Soy Chicken & Edamame Stir-Fry with Cashews
This easy and delicious dish features the nutrient powerhouse edamame, which packs a good dose of vitamin K, folate and manganese, in addition to iron, magnesium, protein and copper.
Get the recipe here.
Shrimp & Asparagus Stir-Fry with Citrus & Black Rice
Asparagus is a rich source of the B-vitamin folate (also known as vitamin B9), a water-soluble vitamin that is key for red blood cell formation and the prevention of anemia. Folate also supports DNA synthesis and repair as well as nerve function.
Get the recipe here.
Beef, Snow Peas & Shiitake Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
Derived from the cassava root, tapioca starch (or tapioca flour) is a thickener that’s ideal for sauces and stews, as it dissolves completely and offers a glossy sheen to liquids.
Get the recipe here.
Orange Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Chickpeas & Crispy Garlic Dressing
Thinly sliced zucchini really soaks up the flavor in this stir-fry, while cayenne-dusted crispy chickpeas add just the right amount of crunch.
Get the recipe here.
Lemongrass Coconut Beef Stir-Fry
Say “so long” to being sick: Just 1 serving of this exotic Lemongrass Coconut Beef Stir-Fry contains more than 60% of your recommended daily value (DV) of vitamin C.
Get the recipe here.
Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Stir-Fry
The perfect dinner for busy weeknights, this 25-minute stir fry is loaded with fresh veggies like asparagus and bursting with bright, lemony flavor.
Get the recipe here.
Sweet & Salty Pork Stir-Fry
The pork and veggies in our quick stir-fry bounce around your taste buds, thanks to a sauce with salty soy, tangy vinegar, spicy ginger and sweet orange juice, all ringing in at less than 350 calories per serving!
Get the recipe here.
Miso Ginger Chicken with Bok Choy Stir-Fry
Using frozen riced cauliflower helps shorten prep time so this nutritious bowl is on the table quickly. If baby bok choy isn’t readily available, chop up about 7 cups of regular bok choy. Garnish with sliced red chiles for color and heat.
Get the recipe here.
Cashew Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry with Mango
Savory soy sauce, sweet honey and fiery ginger give this stir-fry personality, but the chunks of juicy mango are really what take this dish up a notch. Serve with brown rice or quinoa to round out the meal.
Get the recipe here.
Sesame Coconut-Crusted Halibut with Shirataki Vegetable Stir-Fry
Shirataki is a low-carbohydrate noodle made from konjac root. If you can’t find shirataki, try kelp noodles or add organic medium-firm tofu, crumbled or diced, to the stir-fry instead.
Get the recipe here.
Ginger Lime Beef Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice & Spicy Eggplant
Ginger, lime, honey, soy sauce, ginger and then some – this beef stir-fry packs flavor in spades and keeps you full thanks to rice and eggplant sides.
Get the recipe here.
Kung Pao Cauliflower Stir-Fry
Nutty, earthy and with just the right amount of heat from Sichuan peppercorns, this stir-fry gives you all of the satisfaction of takeout without artificial thickeners.
Get the recipe here.
Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry with Spaghetti Squash
Many stir-fry sauces contain soy sauce and sugar, both of which are off the menu on the Whole30 plan. This healthy remake uses coconut aminos, sesame oil and ginger for maximum flavor while sticking to compliant ingredients.
Get the recipe here.