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Modern Buddha's Delightful Dish

A modern twist on classic Buddha's Delight: colorful, quick, and nutritious.

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Modern Buddha's Delightful Dish

About this recipe

This Buddha's Delightful Dish retains its traditional charm while embracing modern cooking simplicity. Packed with vibrant vegetables and a savory sauce, this dish is perfect for a quick, healthy meal. Enjoy a medley of flavors inspired by Asian cuisine, designed with the home cook in mind.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook jasmine rice following package directions.

  2. 2

    Heat sesame oil in a large wok over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add bell peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, carrot, and zucchini; stir-fry for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl.

  6. 6

    Pour sauce over the vegetables and stir until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

  7. 7

    Serve stir-fried vegetables over rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Chef's tip

This modern version of Buddha's Delight is both vegan and vegetarian-friendly. For additional flavor, consider adding tofu or a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

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