Indian-Style Vegetable Stir-Fry
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Using canola oil is an easy way to reduce the amount of saturated fat in stir-fries. Canola oil is rapidly becoming more popular in the U.S., as health-conscious cooks learn it contains more monounsaturated fat (the "better" fat) than any oil except olive oil. It even contains omega-3 fatty acids, which have been found to lower cholesterol and triglycerides. Canola oil is mild in flavor, so it can be used in salad dressings as well as cooking.
Ingredients:
1/8
teaspoon red pepper flakes
1-1/2
teaspoons minced seeded jalapeño pepper*
3/4
cup chopped red bell pepper
3/4
cup thinly sliced carrots
3
cups cauliflower florets
2
teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
*Jalapeño peppers can sting and irritate the skin, so wear rubber gloves when handling peppers and do not touch your eyes.
Preparation:
1.
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add curry powder, cumin and red pepper flakes; cook and stir about 30 seconds.
2.
Stir in jalapeño pepper and garlic. Add bell pepper and carrots; mix well. Add cauliflower; reduce heat to medium.
3.
Stir in 1/4 cup water; cook and stir until water evaporates. Add remaining 1/4 cup water; cover and cook about 8 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
4.
Add salt; mix well. Sprinkle with cilantro and garnish, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
| Serving Size: 2/3 cup stir-fry |
| Sodium |
198 mg |
| Protein |
2 g |
| Fiber |
1 g |
| Carbohydrate |
7 g |
| Saturated Fat |
<1 g |
| Total Fat |
1 g |
| Calories from Fat |
22 % |
| Calories |
40 |