Guilt-Free Stir-Fry Recipes You Have to Try

Stir-frying is fast, fun, and naturally healthful. Shake up your old-fashioned stir-fry recipes with these healthy new combos that clock in at under 400 calories per serving.
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Korean Barbecued Pork Stir-Fry

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Sriracha and hoisin give this healthy stir-fry a rich barbecue flavor with a bit of spice. Add in fresh Asian pears or apples for a contrast of textures and flavors.

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Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

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Who doesn't love an easy chicken stir-fry? This healthy recipe features a zesty soy sauce and rice vinegar marinade to make the chicken extra flavorful, plus plenty of green onions and mushrooms cooked in a thick, garlicky sauce.

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Pork and Broccoli Noodle Stir-Fry

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Sneak an extra helping of veggies into dinner tonight by replacing your usual noodles with vegetable noodles! This healthy recipe uses ribbons of carrots and broccoli stir-fried alongside pork strips and broccoli florets to make a fresh and veggie-filled meal.

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Mediterranean Chicken-Pomegranate Stir-Fry

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A rich blend of spices (think cumin, coriander, and paprika) gives big flavor to this simple chicken, carrot, and onion stir-fry. A sprinkling of juicy pomegranate seeds gives this dish even more Mediterranean flair.

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Tofu Stir-Fry with Soba Noodles

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Tofu gets a big boost of flavor when you stir-fry it with garlic, ginger, and teriyaki sauce alongside red peppers and spinach. This easy vegetarian stir-fry is packed with protein and hearty enough for a meal when you serve it over tender soba noodles.

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Pineapple-Chicken Stir-Fry

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For a stir-fry that adds a little sweetness to the savory, this recipe includes plenty of fresh pineapple cooked in stir-fry sauce. In addition to a helping of fruit, this healthy dinner also has a serving of veggies thanks to zucchini and fresh pea pods.

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Blistered Beans and Beef Stir-Fry

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Green bean lovers, rejoice! Pickled radishes complement blistered beans covered with a soy sauce and cider vinegar combo. Serve with a side of a rice noodles for a healthy but filling meal.

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Pineapple-Chicken Meatball Stir-Fry

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Get the flavors of Hawaii right in your kitchen. Teriyaki-glazed chicken meatballs are stir-fried with pineapple chunks, bok choy, and peppers for a fresh vacay-style dinner.

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Korean-Style Chili-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

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This Korean-style stir-fry is flavored with an Asian chili-garlic sauce. The recipe calls for chicken, but feel free to experiment with whatever protein you prefer.

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Chicken with Apple-Vegetable Slaw Stir-Fry

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The sweet apples in this chicken stir-fry perfectly complement the savory vegetable slaw made with mushrooms, shallots, cabbage, and asparagus.

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Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Stir-Fry

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Along with shrimp and sausage, okra plays a big part in this stir-fry. Combine those ingredients with Cajun seasoning and hot pepper sauce, and you've got an incredibly flavorful yet healthy stir-fry.

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Pear and Pork Stir-Fry

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This stir-fry recipe has warm flavors like soy, ginger, and crushed red pepper—all of which bring out the savoriness of pears. Serve over rice and top with green onion slices.

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Chicken Curry Skillet with Rice Noodles

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By using frozen stir-fry vegetables, this skillet recipe can be made in just 30 minutes. Coconut milk, fish sauce, sugar, and curry paste make a spicy-sweet sauce for the chicken, noodle, and veggie mixture.

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Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry

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This healthy stir-fry recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes with a little help from frozen veggies and quick-cooking rice. Mix that with some chicken, lemon juice, and soy sauce, and you've got a simple protein-filled stir-fry recipe to satisfy your cravings.

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Snappy Chicken Stir-Fry

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Tender pieces of chicken and pea pods are stir-fried in orange juice and soy sauce for this citrusy dish.

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Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry

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Everyone should have a simple chicken-and-broccoli stir-fry recipe on hand. The next time you're thinking of getting takeout, try making this guilt-free alternative.

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Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir-Fry

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This sesame and ginger flavor combo can't be beat. Mix with tender beef, broccoli florets, and sweet peppers for a slightly spicy, guilt-free Asian stir-fry to share with friends and family.

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Gingered Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry

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Extra-firm tofu, loads of asparagus, and tender squash work in perfect harmony with a zesty ginger sauce. Top with toasted almonds and serve over brown rice for a hearty vegetarian meal.

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Orange Teriyaki Beef Stir-Fry

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Trust us on this orange-flavor steak-and-veggies combination: This is a dish you'll never forget. Serve with multigrain spaghetti or soba noodles.

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Brussels Sprouts and Noodle Stir-Fry with Cilantro and Almonds

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This recipe combines two of our favorite meals: stir-fry and spaghetti. The Brussels sprouts give the dish plenty of vitamin C and fiber. Did we mention the recipe clocks in at just 115 calories per serving?

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