Simple Stir-fried Mixed Vegetables with Oyster Sauce

Prepare all vegetables by washing and cutting them into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic. In a small bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, light soy sauce, sugar, 2 tablespoons of water, and white pepper. In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry.

Heat a large wok or frying pan over high heat until it just begins to smoke. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.

Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 15-20 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Add the harder vegetables first (like carrots and broccoli) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Then add the softer vegetables (like bell peppers and mushrooms) and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until all vegetables are crisp-tender.

Give the prepared sauce mixture a quick stir and pour it over the vegetables. Toss well to coat all the vegetables.

Pour in the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously for about 30 seconds until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables evenly.

Remove from heat immediately and serve hot with steamed jasmine rice for a complete meal.