Colorful Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry: The Ultimate Rice Side Dish & Beer Snack
Easy and Delicious Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe
Introducing an easy-to-make ‘Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry’ recipe using up those leftover vegetables in your fridge! Its vibrant colors make it visually appealing, and its savory-sweet flavor is perfect as a side dish for rice or a fantastic snack to enjoy with a cold beer. You can create an impressive dish without needing special ingredients, so follow along right now!
Main Ingredients
- 150g Vienna sausages
- 3 cloves garlic (large)
- 35g carrot (small piece)
- 85g onion (1 small)
- 1/2 bell pepper (any color)
- 5cm piece of zucchini
- 1/2 king oyster mushroom
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Sweet & Savory Sauce
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp minced ginger
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp minced ginger
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thinly slice half of the king oyster mushroom about 0.5cm thick, then cut them into roughly 3cm pieces. Slicing them not too thin will give a better texture.
Step 2
Cut the half bell pepper into long strips about 2cm apart, then cut those strips into about 3cm pieces. There’s no strict rule for size, but aiming for a similar size to the Vienna sausages will make it look aesthetically pleasing.
Step 3
Thinly slice the whole garlic cloves into about 2mm thick pieces. Slicing them like this, similar to how you might for pasta, will help release more flavor.
Step 4
For the small onion, cut it in half, then slice into 2cm intervals. After that, rotate it 90 degrees and slice into pieces about 3cm long. This helps prevent the onion from falling apart too much when stir-fried.
Step 5
When slicing, it’s a good idea to separate any layered pieces of the onion to ensure the sauce coats everything evenly.
Step 6
Prepare the zucchini by cutting a 5cm piece into four equal lengths lengthwise (like a plus sign), then slicing them into 0.5cm thick pieces. Maintaining a moderate thickness will prevent them from becoming mushy when cooked.
Step 7
Slice the carrot similarly to the zucchini, in similar thickness and length, to prepare all your vegetables. Using a variety of colors will make the dish look even more appetizing.
Step 8
Make about 3 diagonal slits on each Vienna sausage, about 0.5cm apart. These cuts allow the sauce to penetrate better and add a nice visual touch.
Step 9
Now, let’s make the sauce. First, measure out 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Step 10
Add 2 tablespoons of sugar for sweetness.
Step 11
Add 2 tablespoons of ketchup for that tangy, sweet flavor.
Step 12
Add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce for an extra layer of umami. Oyster sauce really elevates the savory notes.
Step 13
Finally, add 1/2 teaspoon of minced ginger for a fragrant aroma. If you’re not a fan of ginger’s strong flavor, feel free to omit it or reduce the amount.
Step 14
Combine all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix them well. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 15
Heat a pan over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, and then add the sliced garlic and onion first. Stir-fry them, being careful not to burn them.
Step 16
After stir-frying for about 1-2 minutes, the onion will become translucent, and the garlic will turn a light golden brown, releasing a fragrant aroma. This creates a wonderful flavor base for the vegetables.
Step 17
Now, add all the remaining prepared vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, king oyster mushrooms) to the pan and stir-fry quickly over high heat for about 3 minutes. Stir-frying over high heat helps retain the vegetables’ crispness by preventing excessive moisture release.
Step 18
Once the vegetables are slightly tender, add the scored Vienna sausages and the prepared sauce. Stir-fry quickly to ensure the sauce coats the vegetables and sausages evenly.
Step 19
Finally, sprinkle in some black pepper for extra aroma. Don’t overdo it! Continue to stir-fry for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything beautifully. Your glossy sausage and vegetable stir-fry is now ready.
Step 20
Ta-da! Your visually appealing and delicious Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry is complete. Stir-fried over high heat, the vegetables retain their crispness, and the sweet and savory sauce is sure to make you want a second bowl of rice. It’s best enjoyed immediately while warm.
