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Panda Express Mixed Veggies (Copycat)

This Panda Express Mixed Veggies is a vibrant, easy-to-make dish that brings restaurant flavors home!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ounces chicken broth or veggie broth (for a vegetarian option)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup zucchini (sliced in half and then sliced into half circles)
  • 1 cup carrots (peeled and cut into rounds)
  • 1/2 pound green beans (trimmed and cut in half)
  • 1/2 head green cabbage (cut into large pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Start by washing and chopping all your vegetables. Make sure the broccoli is in bite-sized florets, the zucchini is sliced into half circles, and the carrots are cut into rounds. Trim the green beans and chop the cabbage into large pieces.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  4. Next, toss in the broccoli florets and carrot rounds. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  5. Add the zucchini slices and green beans to the mix. Continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the green cabbage pieces and pour in the chicken or veggie broth. Add the soy sauce and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Once everything is well combined and cooked to your desired tenderness, remove from heat. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap in your favorite veggies to customize the dish.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.