Best 9 Stir Fried Carrots And Garlic Recipes

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**Stir-Fried Carrots and Garlic: A Symphony of Sweetness and Savory Flavors**

Embark on a culinary journey with our stir-fried carrots and garlic, a delectable dish that harmonizes the natural sweetness of carrots with the aromatic pungency of garlic. This symphony of flavors is elevated by the addition of simple yet flavorful ingredients, resulting in a dish that is both wholesome and satisfying. From the classic stir-fried carrots and garlic to variations like carrot and garlic stir-fry with baby corn and carrot and garlic stir-fry with oyster sauce, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful vegetable dish!

**Journey Through the Recipes:**

1. **Classic Stir-Fried Carrots and Garlic:** Experience the essence of this dish with a recipe that showcases the harmonious balance between carrots and garlic. Simple yet flavorful, this stir-fry is a testament to the power of fresh ingredients and skillful cooking.


2. **Carrot and Garlic Stir-Fry with Baby Corn:** Elevate the classic stir-fry by adding baby corn, a tender and slightly sweet vegetable that complements the carrots and garlic perfectly. This variation offers a delightful textural contrast and a burst of additional nutrients.


3. **Carrot and Garlic Stir-Fry with Oyster Sauce:** Introduce a savory twist to the stir-fry with oyster sauce, a rich and flavorful condiment derived from oysters. This recipe adds a depth of umami and a slightly briny note, creating a stir-fry that is both complex and satisfying.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

STIR-FRIED CARROTS



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Here's a tasty departure from your usual side dish. Toss sliced carrots with Italian dressing and stir-fry until crisp-tender and delicious!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 17m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 lb. carrots
1/2 cup KRAFT Italian Dressing
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Clean carrots; cut diagonally into very thin slices.
  • Heat dressing in wok or large skillet on high heat. Add carrots; cook and stir 2 min.
  • Add water. Reduce heat to medium-high; cook an additional 9 to 10 min. or until carrots are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 300 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 1 g

STIR-FRIED CARROTS



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For a colorful side dish that's as good for you as it is good, Grace Yaskovic cooks up these fast and fail-proof carrots with rosemary fresh from her garden. "It's my hubby Tom's favorite way to do carrots," she shares, "and it just happens to be healthy, too!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 pounds fresh carrots, julienned
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the broth, rosemary and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until liquid is reduced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STIR-FRIED BALSAMIC GINGER CARROTS



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The carrots need to be cut as uniformly as possible so that all the vegetables cook in the same amount of time. If the carrots are skinny (about 1/2 to 3/4 inch in diameter), simply cut them into 2-inch pieces; if they're medium (about 1 inch in diameter), cut lengthwise in half before cutting into 2-inch pieces; if they're large (about 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter), quarter lengthwise before cutting into 2-inch pieces. Blanching the carrots reduces the amount of oil necessary to stir-fry. Mince the ginger by hand; if you use a grater or microplane, the ginger will be too wet and will spatter in the oil.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 pounds carrots, cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces (about 5 cups)
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 teaspoons soy sauce (low-sodium if desired)
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons peanut or canola oil
2 tablespoons minced ginger
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart saucepan, bring 1 1/2 quarts water to a boil over high heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the carrots and return to a full boil, about 5 minutes. Boil for 2 additional minutes. Drain the carrots in a colander, shaking well to remove excess water. Combine the vinegar, sherry and soy sauce in a cup. Combine the sugar, pepper and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt in a small dish.
  • Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or a 12-inch skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the ginger and stir-fry no more than 10 seconds, until the ginger is fragrant. Add the carrots and stir-fry for 1 minute, until the carrots are well coated in oil and ginger. Swirl the vinegar mixture into the wok, sprinkle with the sugar mixture, and stir-fry for 1 minute, until the carrots are crisp-tender. Immediately transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 75, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 226 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

RAINBOW CARROT STIR-FRY



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In January, a friend gave me beautiful lacquered chopsticks from Shanghai. That was a spur for me to pull out my wok for a stir-fry of spring onions and young carrots of all colors: purple and dark red-orange, yellow and the familiar orange. I've made many rainbow pepper stir-fries, but this time I used my multicolored carrots, and cut them into matchsticks so they would cook quickly along with the spring onions. I wanted this to be a main dish, so I added tofu, as well as the aromatics that I always use in my stir-fries: garlic, ginger, dry sherry, soy sauce and a bit of sugar. The list of ingredients in stir-fry recipes can look long, even daunting. But most of the ingredients don't require knife skills, just measuring spoons, so the preparation is simple. And the actual cooking goes very quickly, so quickly that it's important to have everything prepped and within reach of your wok. Read through the recipe a couple of times before you begin cooking, because once you start, you won't have time to refer to it.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     quick, main course

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 14-ounce box firm tofu, cut into dominoes
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry
1/4 cup vegetable or chicken stock, or water
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon sugar (to taste)
1 teaspoon cornstarch or arrowroot
2 tablespoons peanut or other neutral oil
2 to 3 teaspoons minced garlic (to taste)
2 to 3 teaspoons minced ginger (to taste)
1 pound carrots, preferably a mix of colors, cut into matchsticks
1 bunch spring onions or 2 bunches scallions, white or purple, and light green parts separated from dark green parts, chopped
1 tablespoon black or toasted white sesame seeds
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Cooked grains or noodles, for serving

Steps:

  • Drain and dry tofu slices on paper towels. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, rice wine and stock. Combine salt and sugar in another small bowl. In another bowl, dissolve cornstarch or arrowroot in 2 tablespoons stock or water; stir well. Have ingredients within reach of pan.
  • Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch steel skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in 1 tablespoon oil by adding it to the sides of the pan or wok and swirling, then add tofu and stir-fry until lightly colored, 1 to 2 minutes. Add remaining soy sauce; stir-fry until no liquid is visible in pan. Remove tofu to a plate.
  • Swirl in remaining oil; add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add carrots and white and light green parts of onions or scallions; stir-fry for 1 minute. Add salt, pepper and sugar; toss together and add soy sauce mixture. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Return tofu to wok along with sesame seeds and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Stir cornstarch or arrowroot slurry and add it to pan along with cilantro and onion greens. Stir until everything is lightly glazed and remove from heat. Serve with hot grains or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 295, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 634 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BROCCOLI AND CARROT STIR FRY



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A simple and healthy side dish that will go well with any meal. It's also quick and easy to make! Broccoli, carrots, and seasonings are stir-fried to perfection.

Provided by Chelsea

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 26m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 ½ cups broccoli florets
1 carrot, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules, or to taste
salt to taste
2 tablespoons peanut oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook uncovered until bright green, about 2 minutes. Transfer broccoli to a bowl of ice water using a slotted spoon and immerse for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
  • Bring water back to a boil in the same large pot; add sliced carrot and cook for 1 minute. Drain.
  • Mix water and cornstarch together in a bowl until smooth. Add chicken granules and salt and mix well.
  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat; saute broccoli and carrots for 2 minutes. Add cornstarch mixture; cook and stir until vegetables are coated evenly, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 147.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

STIR-FRIED CARROTS AND GARLIC



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Categories     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Carrot     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium carrots, halved crosswise
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, sliced thin lengthwise
1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
fresh lemon juice to taste

Steps:

  • Halve carrot pieces lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. In a heavy medium skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and stir-fry carrots until they begin to turn golden. Add garlic and stir-fry 30 seconds. Add water and butter and simmer, covered, until carrots are just tender, about 3 minutes. Boil carrots, uncovered, until most of liquid is evaporated. Stir in lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.

GINGER VEGGIE STIR-FRY



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I just whipped this up one day when I felt like a stir-fry but did not have all the ingredients called for in some of the stir-fry recipes on this site. I used certain veggies I had on hand, but any seasonal veggies may be used. It has a mild ginger flavor that can be enhanced according to taste, and is filling yet light on the tummy! Tofu may be added. Serve over a bed of steamed jasmine rice.

Provided by veggigoddess

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 ½ cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger root, divided
¼ cup vegetable oil, divided
1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
½ cup snow peas
¾ cup julienned carrots
½ cup halved green beans
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 ½ tablespoons water
¼ cup chopped onion
½ tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, blend cornstarch, garlic, 1 teaspoon ginger, and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil until cornstarch is dissolved. Mix in broccoli, snow peas, carrots, and green beans, tossing to lightly coat.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Cook vegetables in oil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Stir in soy sauce and water. Mix in onion, salt, and remaining 1 teaspoon ginger. Cook until vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 903.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

STIR-FRIED CUMIN CARROTS



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Pair lightly spiced baby carrots with a zesty lemon, shallot, cumin and coriander dressing to make this fabulous side dish - a great accompaniment to your Sunday roast

Provided by Tom Kerridge

Categories     Side dish

Time 20m

Yield Serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tbsp vegetable oil
400g baby heritage carrots , washed, leafy tops trimmed and roughly chopped (set aside for later), large carrots halved
3 garlic cloves , peeled and sliced
1 tbsp cumin seeds
pinch chilli flakes
handful fresh coriander leaves , chopped
1 shallot , finely chopped
1 lemon , zested, plus a squeeze of juice
50ml olive oil

Steps:

  • Mix all the dressing ingredients together and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a wok, then add the carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 mins until lightly charred, then add the garlic, cumin, chilli and a large pinch of salt. Cook for 2 mins more. Turn off the heat, toss through the dressing and a few chopped carrot tops, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

STIR-FRIED CARROTS AND PARSNIPS WITH SPICY PORK



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I based this on a Cantonese dish my dad would make when I was growing up. He would take hours chopping, dicing and slicing and then throw it all into a boiling hot wok and dinner would be served within two minutes. I think he loved the cinema of this type of cooking. I miss him and the dish so much that I came up with a simplified weeknight version of it. Don't like spicy food? Simply omit the red pepper flakes. Serve this with bowls of steamed rice.

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound (16 ounces) ground pork
Kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 large cloves garlic, grated on a rasp grater
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
1 large or 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
1 large knob ginger, grated to equal about 2 tablespoons
5 ounces (half a 10-ounce package) frozen peas, defrosted
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, plus more if needed
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoons white sesame seeds, toasted
4 scallions, thinly sliced, green and white parts both
Cooked rice for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook the pork: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil. When the oil begins to smoke lightly, break the pork into small pieces, add the pork in an even layer and season generously with salt and the red pepper flakes. Brown and cook the pork until the pink is gone, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the vegetables and finish: Stir in the garlic, carrots and parsnips and continue stirring and cooking until the vegetables are tender and mixed in, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the ginger, peas and vinegar with the hoisin. Shut off the heat and taste for seasoning. Add more vinegar and/or salt if needed. Stir in the sesame seeds and scallions. Serve immediately, with cooked rice if desired.

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: For the best stir-fried carrots, choose fresh, young carrots that are firm and crisp. Avoid carrots that are limp or have blemishes.
  • Cut the carrots properly: Cut the carrots into thin, even slices or julienne strips. This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a hot wok or skillet: A hot wok or skillet will help the carrots cook quickly and evenly. If your wok or skillet is not hot enough, the carrots will steam instead of stir-frying.
  • Add the carrots to the wok or skillet in batches: If you add too many carrots to the wok or skillet at once, they will not cook evenly. Add the carrots in batches and stir-fry them until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Use a little oil: A little oil will help the carrots cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the wok or skillet. However, do not use too much oil, as this will make the carrots greasy.
  • Stir-fry the carrots until they are tender: Stir-fry the carrots until they are tender and slightly browned. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
  • Season the carrots to taste: Season the carrots with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of soy sauce or oyster sauce for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Stir-fried carrots and garlic is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The carrots are tender and slightly browned, and the garlic adds a delicious savory flavor. This dish can be served on its own or as a side dish with chicken, fish, or tofu. Enjoy!

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