Ultimate Family Stir-Fry: A Fusion of Flavors

Looking for a dish that brings together the best of land and sea, packed with vibrant vegetables and savory flavors? The Ultimate Family Stir-Fry is your answer! This hearty dish combines tender chicken, flank steak, and shrimp with a colorful assortment of fresh veggies, all brought together with a rich, umami-packed sauce. Inspired by the beloved Chinese takeout “Happy Family” stir-fry, this homemade version offers a fresh, nutritious, and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients:

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • ½ lb flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda (see note 1)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ¼ cup carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1½ tablespoon oil (vegetable or sesame)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 12 sizable raw shrimp, cleaned and deveined
  • ½ cup mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup water chestnut slices
  • 1 cup baby corn, chopped into thirds
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

For the Sauce:

  • ¾ cup cold chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons Chinese cooking wine (see note 2)
  • 1½ tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1½ tablespoons soy sauce
  • A generous sprinkle of white pepper powder

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Proteins:
    • Slice the chicken breast and flank steak into thin strips.
    • Toss the flank steak with the baking soda and set aside for 10 minutes (this tenderizes the meat).
    • Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
    • Season the chicken and shrimp lightly with salt.
  2. Stir-Fry the Meat:
    • Warm 1 tablespoon of oil in a spacious wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
    • Add the chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.
    • Remove and set aside.
    • In the same pan, add another ½ tablespoon of oil and stir-fry the steak for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender.
    • Take them out and set aside alongside the chicken.
  3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
    • Add the broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, baby corn, and water chestnuts to the pan.
    • Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are soft yet retain a bit of crunch.
    • Remove from the pan.
  4. Cook the Shrimp:
    • In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, and cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes until they turn pink.
    • Remove and set aside.
  5. Prepare the Sauce:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cornstarch, Chinese cooking wine, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and white pepper.
    • Make sure the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
  6. Combine Everything:
    • Return all the cooked meats, shrimp, and vegetables to the pan.
    • Pour in the sauce and toss everything together over medium heat.
    • Stir until the sauce thickens and coats the stir-fry, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve:
    • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve your Ultimate Family Stir-Fry hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

This Ultimate Family Stir-Fry is a fantastic way to bring a variety of flavors and textures to your table. The combination of tender chicken, juicy steak, and succulent shrimp with crisp vegetables creates a balanced and satisfying meal. With its rich sauce and quick cooking process, this dish is a perfect homemade alternative to your favorite Chinese takeout. Best of all, it’s customizable, so feel free to add your favorite veggies or switch up the proteins!

Ultimate Family Stir-Fry: A Fusion of Flavors

A flavorful stir-fry combining chicken, steak,shrimp, and vibrant vegetables with a savory sauce, perfect for a satisfyingfamily meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese-inspired
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ½ lb flank steak thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda see note 1
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ¼ cup carrots peeled and sliced
  • tablespoon oil vegetable or sesame
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 12 sizable raw shrimp cleaned and deveined
  • ½ cup mushrooms sliced
  • ½ cup water chestnut slices
  • 1 cup baby corn chopped into thirds
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves thinly sliced

For the Sauce:

  • ¾ cup cold chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons Chinese cooking wine see note 2
  • tablespoons oyster sauce
  • tablespoons soy sauce
  • A generous sprinkle of white pepper powder

Instructions
 

Prepare the Proteins:

  • Slice the chicken breast and flank steak into thin strips.
  • Toss the flank steak with the baking soda and set aside for 10 minutes (this tenderizes the meat).
  • Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
  • Season the chicken and shrimp lightly with salt.

Stir-Fry the Meat:

  • Warm 1 tablespoon of oil in a spacious wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.
  • Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add another ½ tablespoon of oil and stir-fry the steak for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender.
  • Take them out and set aside alongside the chicken.

Stir-Fry the Vegetables:

  • Add the broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, baby corn, and water chestnuts to the pan.
  • Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are soft yet retain a bit of crunch.
  • Remove from the pan.

Cook the Shrimp:

  • In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, and cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes until they turn pink.
  • Remove and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cornstarch, Chinese cooking wine, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and white pepper.
  • Make sure the cornstarch is fully dissolved.

Combine Everything:

  • Return all the cooked meats, shrimp, and vegetables to the pan.
  • Pour in the sauce and toss everything together over medium heat.
  • Stir until the sauce thickens and coats the stir-fry, about 2-3 minutes.

Serve:

  • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve your Ultimate Family Stir-Fry hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Keyword happy family stir-fry

Leave a Comment

Recipe Rating