Best 4 Chinese Stir Microwave Recipes

Craving delicious Chinese food but don't have access to a stove or cooktop? Look no further! Our collection of Chinese stir-fry recipes made in the microwave will satisfy your cravings in no time. From classic dishes like Kung Pao Chicken to innovative creations like Microwave Lo Mein, these recipes offer a wide range of flavors and options to suit every taste.

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the art of stir-frying in the microwave. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create restaurant-quality Chinese dishes in the comfort of your own home. So, gather your ingredients, grab your trusty microwave, and let's begin our microwave stir-fry adventure!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MICROWAVE STIR-FRY

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After working all day, Nancy Johnson of Connersville, Indiana relies on this fat-to-fix main dish that's similar to a stir-fry but make in the microwave.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1/8-inch strips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
3 medium carrots, julienned
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup julienned zucchini
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

In a resealable plastic bag, combine the first four ingredients; add meat. Seal bag and turn to coat. , Pour oil into a shallow 2-qt. microwave-safe dish; arrange meat evenly in dish. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 3-1/2 minutes, stirring once; set aside. Drain tomatoes, reserving juice; set tomatoes aside. , In a microwave-safe bowl, combine tomato juice, carrots, onion, basil and oregano. Cover and microwave on high for 2-1/2 minutes, stirring once. Pour over meat; add the tomatoes, zucchini and mushrooms. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 7-8 minutes, stirring several times. Let stand for 3 minutes. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MICROWAVE "FRIED" RICE RECIPE BY TASTY

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Here's what you need: rice, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, bacon, frozen pea and carrot, eggs, salt, fresh scallion

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories Sides

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ cup rice
1 cup water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 strips bacon, chopped
½ cup frozen pea and carrot
2 eggs
salt, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh scallion, to garnish

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the rice, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, and bacon. Stir, then microwave, covered, for about 6-8 minutes until the rice is fully cooked.
Mix the frozen peas and carrots into the rice.
In a microwaveable mug, beat the eggs with the salt.
Microwave the eggs and the rice again for about 1-2 minutes, until the eggs are fully cooked.
Break up the egg into small bits, then mix it in with the rice.
Garnish with scallions, then serve!
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 781 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 3 grams

CHINESE STIR-MICROWAVE

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I was assigned to cook a dish of vegetables for my family's reunion dinner this Chinese New Year, but due to a migraine, my plan to cook claypot tofu went down the drain. This recipe at http://www.ehow.com/how_4556015_chinese-stirfry-microwave.html came to my rescue, but with some changes! Well received and complimentary to my sister-in-law's chilli crab.

Provided by Hani Selamat

Categories Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 1 qt, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, crushed
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
4 medium carrots, scrubbed and sliced
1/2 green bell pepper, cut into strips
4 ounces asparagus, cut into the same length as the bell pepper
1 cup Chinese cabbage, shredded
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 cup sliced mushrooms

Steps:

Combine oil, garlic, ginger and onion in 2 quart glass casserole. Cook uncovered on HI for 1 minute.
Add carrots and green pepper. Stir. Cover with lid. Cook on Hi for 2 to 3 minutes more.
Stir in asparagus, cabbage, soy sauce; cover. Cook additional 2 to 3 minutes on HI.
Toss in mushrooms. Cook for additional 1 minute.
Let sit covered for 3 minutes. Serve.

CHINESE-STYLE MICROWAVE ROAST CHICKEN

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Tasty and saucy chicken recipe that can be served over cut up blanched won bok (Chinese cabbage) or blanched cut up bok choy (Chinese white stemmed cabbage).

Provided by MasakoHI

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 lbs broiler-fryer chickens (whole)
1 teaspoon salt (eliminate if you prefer it less salty or use only 1/2 tsp.)
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
0.5 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 -2 teaspoon sugar (to taste)
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with
1/4 cup water

Steps:

Rub fryer with salt, oyster sauce and oil.
Place in casserole dish and cover with saran wrap.
Microwave on high for 10 minutes.
Turn chicken over and microwave another 13 minutes, or until done.
Let stand in casserole covered, while making gravy.
For gravy:.
In a sauce pan, mix gravy ingredients, except cornstarch mixture.
Bring to boil.
Add cornstarch mixture and stir until thickened.
Pour over cup-up chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.1, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 127.7, Sodium 909.5, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 32.6

Tips:

Prep your vegetables in advance: Cut and wash all of your vegetables before you start cooking, so that you can quickly and easily add them to the stir-fry when needed.
Use a large enough pan: A large pan or skillet will help to ensure that the vegetables cook evenly and don't get crowded.
Heat your pan over high heat: This will help to sear the vegetables and give them a nice color.
Add the vegetables in batches: Don't overcrowd the pan with vegetables, otherwise they will steam instead of stir-fry.
Stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender-crisp: You don't want to overcook the vegetables, so aim for a tender-crisp texture.
Use a flavorful sauce: A flavorful sauce will help to bring the stir-fry together and make it more delicious.
Serve the stir-fry immediately: Stir-fries are best served hot and fresh, so make sure to serve them immediately after cooking.

Conclusion:

Chinese stir-fries are a quick, easy, and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a healthy and flavorful stir-fry on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Chinese stir-fry a try.

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