Oriental Pumpkin Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Oriental Pumpkin Stir Fry, a colorful medley of hearty pumpkin, crisp red bell peppers, tender broccoli florets, and sweet carrots brought to life with the rich flavors of sesame oil, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Perfectly caramelized pumpkin cubes provide a subtly sweet contrast to the savory, umami-packed sauce, while garlic and ginger add a touch of aromatic warmth. Garnished with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, this quick and easy stir fry comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal vegetarian-friendly side dish or main course when served over fluffy steamed rice. Bursting with wholesome ingredients and bold Asian-inspired flavors, this recipe is a satisfying way to bring seasonal produce to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups pumpkin (peeled, seeds removed, and diced into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 medium carrot (julienned)
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 green onions (sliced diagonally)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (toasted)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, water, and cornstarch. Set the sauce mixture aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced pumpkin cubes and sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges start to soften and caramelize. Remove the pumpkin from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Toss in the red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes, keeping the vegetables slightly crisp.

Step 7

Return the cooked pumpkin to the skillet. Stir to combine with the other vegetables.

Step 8

Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the vegetables and pumpkin. Stir well to coat everything evenly.

Step 9

Allow the sauce to thicken for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 10

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 11

Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1232 grams (1232.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	694

Total Fat 31.50g	40%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2700mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 98.50g	36%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 49.10g
Protein 19.20g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304mg	23%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 3295mg	70%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 52.2%