Rarely do takeout or delivery meals fall under the healthy eating category.

But you’re free to get the same taste experience once you learn how to makestir-fry at home.

This classic Asian-style cooking methodcan(and should) be part of your weeklydinner meal plan.

stir fry

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So what, exactly, does it mean to stir-fry?

Do I Need a Wok as I Learn How to Stir Fry?

it’s possible for you to make stir-fry without a wok by substituting a deep, large skillet.

Getting everything ready to stir-fry

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Heres a rundown, including how much of each stir-fry ingredient to use if youre making four main-dish servings.

The heat is high, so the process goes quickly.

Step 3: Get Cooking

Many stir-fry recipes for main dishes follow similar steps.

Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

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With such amazing versatility, stir-fry dinners will become part of the weeklymeal plan.