Asian-style Penne Pasta Stir-Fry

A delicious and flavorful stir-fry combining penne pasta with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

2	teaspoons cornstarch or arrowroot
3	tablespoons light soy sauce
3	tablespoons rice vinegar
1	cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
2	teaspoons canola oil
2	large thinly sliced carrots
3	garlic cloves, minced
1	cup fresh snow peas, trimmed
1.4	teaspoon red pepper flakes
6	cups cups cooked penne pasta
1	fresh ground pepper, to taste
	salt
	okra
	red bell pepper
	green bell pepper
	green beans
	sesame oil

Instructions

• 1. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch or arrowroot, light soy sauce, rice vinegar, and low-sodium low-fat chicken broth. Set aside.
  2. Finely chop the carrots and mince the garlic cloves. Prepare the rest of the vegetables.
  3. Heat canola oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  4. Add the sliced carrots and minced garlic (add bell peppers if desired) and stir-fry for five minutes.
  5. Lower the heat to medium-low and add the fresh snow peas.
  6. Sprinkle in red pepper flakes.
  7. Pour in the sauce prepared in Step 1.
  8. Add the cooked penne pasta and bring to a boil.
  9. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
  10. Turn off the heat.
  11. Season with fresh ground pepper, to taste, and a pinch of salt.

Jul 19, 2024