Thai Ginger Garlic Stir-Fry Bowl

A Thai-inspired stir-fry bowl brings the freshness of a quick wok dish to a simple rice-based lunch. Thin strips of chicken are cooked with firm fresh ginger and garlic, then tossed with tenderstem broccoli and red pepper so the vegetables stay bright, crisp and colourful. The seasoning is deliberately light: soy sauce gives savoury depth, lime adds sharpness and basil finishes the bowl with a fresh herbal lift. Served over jasmine rice, it is filling without feeling heavy, with clean, tangy flavours and enough flexibility to suit a fast weekday meal.
Cuisine style Thai-inspired home cooking
Cooking style Minimal cleanup
Time commitment Under 30 minutes

Why this recipe works

  • Fast, high-heat cooking: Thinly sliced chicken and quick-cooking vegetables keep the stir-fry well within a 30-minute meal.
  • Clean, bright sauce: Soy sauce brings savoury depth while lime juice sharpens the finish and keeps the bowl from feeling heavy.
  • Tender-crisp vegetables: Adding the broccoli and pepper after the chicken helps them stay colourful, crisp and distinct against the soft jasmine rice.

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Texture tips

  • Keep the chicken juicy: Slice the chicken evenly and avoid leaving it in the wok once it is cooked through; thin strips cook quickly and can dry out if overdone.
  • Protect the vegetables: Stir-fry the broccoli and pepper only until the broccoli turns bright green and tender-crisp, rather than soft.

Ingredient notes

  • Use fresh ginger: Firm, fresh ginger gives the dish a cleaner heat and brighter aroma than older, fibrous ginger.
  • Fresh herbs matter: Fresh basil should be added at the end so it keeps its fragrance; fresh coriander is a good alternative if you want a more classic Thai-style finish.
  • Balance the soy sauce: Taste before serving and adjust with extra lime if the sauce feels too salty or one-dimensional.

Make-ahead tips

  • Prepare before heating the wok: Slice the chicken and vegetables, and prepare the ginger and garlic before cooking; the stir-fry moves quickly once the oil is hot.
  • Reheat gently: Warm leftovers in a wok or frying pan with a splash of water until piping hot, then add the basil after reheating.

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  1. Cook the jasmine rice in a saucepan of boiling water until tender, about 10–12 minutes, then drain well. Cover and keep warm while you make the stir-fry.
  2. Meanwhile, slice the chicken into thin strips. Peel and finely grate the ginger, and finely chop the garlic; cut the broccoli into bite-sized lengths and slice the red pepper.
  3. Heat the sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the chicken for 4–5 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through.
  4. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Add the broccoli and red pepper and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Stir in the soy sauce and squeeze in the lime juice, tossing for 30 seconds so everything is glossy. Divide the rice between bowls, spoon over the stir-fry, and tear over the basil to finish.

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Tips

  • Slice the chicken evenly so it cooks quickly and stays juicy.
  • Keep the wok hot and stir constantly once the vegetables go in, so they stay bright and tender-crisp.
  • If serving anyone who is vulnerable to foodborne illness, make sure the chicken is cooked until piping hot throughout with no pink remaining.

Substitutions

  • Replace Fresh basil with Fresh coriander for a more classic Thai-style finish.
  • Replace Soy sauce with Light soy sauce for a slightly lighter, saltier sauce.
  • Replace Sesame oil with Olive oil for a milder flavour.

Storage

  • Refrigerate up to 2 days
  • Cool quickly, then refrigerate in an airtight container. Reheat in a wok or frying pan with a splash of water until piping hot; add the fresh basil after reheating.

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Recipe overview

  • Servings: 2 servings
  • Total time: 25min (20min active)
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Allergens:
    Soybeans
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