Honey celery stir-fry
Discover the refreshing taste of Honey-Lemon Celery Stir-Fry, a light and zesty dish made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, crisp celery, fragrant parsley, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Perfect for a quick, healthy side or main course, this vibrant recipe combines simplicity and flavor in every bite.
Cook time 45 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup fresh parsley
3 tbsp olive oil
8 cups celery
3/4 cup water
1/2 tsp black pepper
3/4 tsp salt
3 tbsp honey
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Instructions:
- Wash and chop the fresh parsley.
- Slice the celery into thin, diagonal pieces, about 1/4-inch thick.
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice and honey. Mix well until the honey is fully dissolved.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the olive oil and allow it to heat up for about a minute.
- Add the sliced celery to the heated skillet.
- Stir-fry the celery for about 5 minutes, or until it begins to soften but still retains a slight crunch.
- Add the water, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
- Stir well to combine and allow the mixture to cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the water begins to evaporate.
- Pour the lemon-honey mixture over the stir-fried celery.
- Toss everything together to ensure the celery is well-coated with the sauce.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Remove the skillet from heat.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the stir-fry and give it a final toss.
- Transfer the honey-lemon celery stir-fry to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately, either as a side dish or a light, fresh entrée.
Tips:
- Ensure you slice the celery evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use fresh lemon juice and parsley for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of honey to suit your preference for sweetness.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a dash of red pepper flakes.
- Stir-fry the celery over medium-high heat to retain its crunch.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors.
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Nutrition per serving
8 ServingsCalories 40kcal
Protein 0.82g
Carbohydrates 10g
Fiber 1.75g
Sugar 8g
Fat 5g
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