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18+ Healthy Stir Fry Recipes for Quick Weeknight Dinners

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Short on time but still want a clean, nourishing dinner? These 18 Healthy Stir Fry Recipes are packed with crisp vegetables, satisfying proteins, and simple, flavorful sauces. Most are ready in 30 minutes or less, making them perfect for busy weeknights.

18+ Healthy Stir fry recipes showing a beef, noodle, seafood and pork dish.

The beauty of this cooking method is how flexible it is. With your ingredients prepped and ready, the actual cook time is just minutes. Each recipe follows an easy formula: quickly cook the protein, stir fry the vegetables until crisp tender, then bring eveything together with a light sauce.

No special equipment required. Just a wok or large skillet, a few essential Asian pantry staples, and basic knife skills. You'll find options from land and sea, plus plenty of vegetarian choices.

To keep things lighter, we use less oil and offer gluten-free, lower-sodium, and diabetic-friendlty variations whenever possible. Let us know which one becomes your new weeknight favorite.

Beef and Pork Stir Fry Dinners

Beef and pork stir fries are perfect when you want bold flavor, a satisfying hearty protein, and low carb dinner idea. These quick recipes range from spicy Sichuan-inspired dishes to restaurant-style classics you can easily make at home.

Spicy Pork and Bamboo Stir Fry
Ground pork keeps this dinner budget-friendly and extra simple with no slicing required. Crisp bamboo shoots add great texture with zero prep. On the table in about 20 minutes, and you control the heat.
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top down photo of stir fried spicy pork and fresh bamboo shoots with chopsticks
Easy Pork Shiitake Mushroom Stir Fry
Tender pork and velvety shiitake mushrooms cook quickly in one easy wok dish. Ginger, garlic and oyster sauce build rich flavor fast. A great recipe to start with if you are new to stir frying.
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Pork and broccoli stir fry.
Beef and Peppers in Black Bean Sauce
Thin slices of beef and crisp peppers are tossed in a savory black bean sauce for a true restaurant-style flavor. It's quick enough for a weeknight and includes simple tips for perfectly tender beef every time.
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Low Carb Spicy Bulgogi Beef Stir Fry
Sweet, spicy and loaded with crisp vegetables, this beef stir fry delivers bold Korean flavors in just 15 minutes. Fresh apple adds natural sweetness to the marinade. A lighter way to satisfy takeout cravings.
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Quick Chicken Stir Fry Recipes

Chicken stir fries are out go to for those days you just don't feel like cooking. The mild flavor pairs well with citrus, fresh Thai herbs, spicy chili peppers or any leftover veggies you have in your crisper.

Hot and Spicy Mandarin Orange Chicken
Skip the heavy, deep-fried version and try this fresh, citrusy alternative. A quick marinade keeps the chicken tender, while the Sichuan pepper adds a gentle tongue tingling kick. Big flavor, ready in about 20 minutes.
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Stir fried hot and spicy mandarin orange chicken on a blue plate garnished with oranges and green onions.
Spicy Holy Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)
This Thai Street food favorite is bold, frangrant, and incredibly fast to make. Minced chicken, chilies, and holy basil come together in under 15 minutes. Perfect for busy nights when you want to try something new and falvorful.
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Oyster Sauce Chicken and Mushroom Stir Fry
Savory, slightly sweet, and packed with umami flavor, this dish feels comforting without being heavy. Tender chicken, shiitake mushrooms, and crisp water chesnuts simmer in a rich oyster sauce. Simple ingredients, beautifully balanced.
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Oyster sauce chicken and mushroom stir fry with rice on a black plate.

Light and Healthy Seafood Stir Fries

These light and healthy fish and seafood easy wok recipes make clean eating a breeze. No heavy sauces or complicated recipes just a handful of ingredients and few minutes to make a delicious meal.

Clean Eating Shrimp Stir Fry with cabbage
Light, fresh, and full of crunch, this shrimp stir fry skips the heavy sauces. It's low carb, gluten free, and ready in 15 minutes. A smart way to use up extra veggies and keep dinner simple.
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Asian Bay Scallops Stir Fry with Spring Veggies
Sweet bay scallops cook in minutes with crisp asparagus and spring peas. Tossed in a light garlic sauce, this reader favorite feels special but couldn't be easier. Includes an easy tip for perfectly tender scallops.
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Asian bay scallops stir fry with spring vegetables on a gray plate with rice on the side.
Ginger Chili Fish Stir Fry
Delicate white fish cooks quickly with ginger, garlic, and chilies in a silky, flavorful sauce. Healthy, low carb and surprisngly simple. Yes, you really can stir fry fish fillets!
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Shrimp & Egg Stir Fry
This one-pan Cantonese-style dish is a high-protein dinner that comes together fast. Tender shrimp, fluffy eggs, tofu and juicy tomatoes create their own savory sauce. Easy comfort food for busy work nights!
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Shrimp and egg stir fry over a bed of steamed white rice grabbing a chunk of tofu with red chopsticks.

Vegetarian and Vegan Plant Based Favorites

Enjoy these vegetarian and vegan plant-based dishes as a side dish or as a main. We are excited to share with you our tips on how to get the restaurant style crisp tender veggies and how to prepare dried mushrooms and tofu for stir frying.

Stir Fried Romaine Lettuce
Lettuce isn't just for salads! Quickly stir fried with ginger, garlic, and a touch os sesame oil, it turns light, crisp, and full of flavor. Ready in under 5 minutes for the perfect side dish.
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5 Minute Stir Fried Garlic Pea Shoots
Naturally sweet pea shoots and plenty of garlic make this simple side dish shine. It's fresh, fast, and an easy way to add more green to your table.
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Wood Ear Mushroom Vegan Stir Fry
Crunchy wood ear mushrooms and tofu soak up a bold, savory sauce with a splash of black vinegar for extra zing. Spicy, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to prepare.
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Spicy Lotus Root Stir Fry
Crisp lotus root slices are tossed with garlic and chilies for a bold kick of flavor. Ready in under 20 minutes, this vegan favorite is as fun to east as it it is symbolic for Lunar New Year.
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Spicy Lotus Root Stir Fry on a black plate garnished with chili and green onions.

Better than Take Out Noodles & Fried Rice Dishes

Learn how to create one pan noodle and fried rice meals your whole family will love. We have made Cantonese fried rice thousands of times and can't wait to share our secrets for success with you!

15-Minute Asian Shrimp and Noodles Recipe
Busy night? This shrimp and noodle stir fry brings juicy garlic shrimp, crisp vegetables, and bright cilantro lime noodles together in one flavorful dish. Even if your shrimp are still frozen when you get home, we have a solution to get dinner done fast!
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Saucy Asian shrimp and noodle stir fry in a wooden bowl.
Hong Kong Fried Rice
Leftover rice transforms into something crave worthy with shrimp, egg, and coloful veggies. This Cantonese style classic is the ultimate clean out the fridge meal and tastes better than take out.
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Resturant style Hong kong Fried rice with shrimp on a black plate with chopsticks.
Beef Noodles with Spicy XO Sauce
Tender beef and crunchy vegetables are tossed with bold, savory XO sauce for a noodle dish that packs serious flavor. It's fast, satisfying, and proof that a simple stir fry can feel special.
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Huge bowl of Beef Noodles with Spicy XO sauce on a black plate.

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  1. Becky Shi says

    These are all very good ideas for dishes.

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    • HWC Magazine says

      Thanks so much Becky.

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  2. bitsandbreadcrumbs says

    This is a very inspirational line up, BAM! We are on a healthier track at our house and I just completely forget about stir fry for some reason. Maybe because I always associate it with a wok, but I know you can do it with any skillet. This is an amazing group of dishes with a variety of veggies...just up my alley. 😉

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  3. Culinary Flavors says

    Honestly I don't know which one to choose! You see I am a big fan of Asian! Pinned and shared!

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  4. Jasline @ Foodie Baker says

    These are some really great and delicious stir fries! They make a really quick and easy lazy dinner sometimes 😉

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  5. The Gourmet Gourmand says

    I adore these amazing colors and flavors! Great line up here 🙂

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  6. ChgoJohn says

    Buona Notte, BAM! What a great collection of recipes! I don't make stir fries nearly enough and I wonder why every time I make one for dinner. Without exception, they're delicious, healthy, and can be made in a relatively short span of time. In short, everything I liker when deciding to prepare something for dinner. It's probably like everything else. Until I get into the habit of thinking "stir-fry" and not "pasta", they just aren't going to make it into the rotation. Well, you've done your part and gave us 18 great dishes. I'm going to pin the post and hopefully refer to it before I go to the grocery next time. I would really like to try a few of these. Thanks, BAM!

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    • Healthy World Cuisine says

      Buon Pomeriggio John! I know that I often get into what I call a cooking rut so I need some fresh ideas with loads of fresh and healthy vegetables. We are very blessed to have some awesome little bloggers with us today to give us some fresh ideas. Thank you so much for sharing!

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