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takeaway style wandering dragon stir fry
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Takeaway-Style Wandering Dragon Stir Fry

A fiery Chinese-inspired stir fry featuring tender chicken, juicy shrimp, colorful vegetables, and bold, savory sauce. Just like your favorite takeaway—hot, fast, and full of flavor!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired, Takeout
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Protein & Marinade:
  • 1 chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 8 oz shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • For the Vegetables:
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 small zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot julienned
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 green onions chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for stir frying
  • For the Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon chili paste or sriracha adjust to heat preference
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch for thickening

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Protein:
  2. Toss chicken and shrimp with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let sit for 10–15 minutes while prepping vegetables and sauce.
  3. Make the Sauce:
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, rice vinegar, sugar, chili paste, water, and cornstarch. Set aside.
  5. Stir Fry Chicken and Shrimp:
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Stir fry chicken until nearly cooked, about 3 minutes. Add shrimp and cook until just pink, 2–3 minutes. Remove both from the pan and set aside.
  7. Stir Fry the Veggies:
  8. Add remaining oil to the pan. Stir fry garlic, ginger, and vegetables for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  9. Combine Everything:
  10. Return chicken and shrimp to the pan. Stir sauce once more, then pour over everything. Stir well and cook 1–2 more minutes until sauce thickens and everything is coated.
  11. Serve:
  12. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Heat level: Add more chili paste or crushed red pepper for extra fire.
  • Protein swaps: Use beef or tofu instead of chicken and shrimp.
  • Add crunch: Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or chopped peanuts.
  • Make ahead: Prep ingredients and sauce ahead of time for quick cooking.
  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for best texture.