stir-fry

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verb

ˈstər-ˈfrī

stir-fried; stir-frying; stir-fries

transitive verb

: to fry quickly over high heat in a lightly oiled pan (such as a wok) while stirring continuously

intransitive verb

: to prepare food by stir-frying it

stir-fry

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noun

ˈstər-ˌfrī

: a dish of something stir-fried

Example Sentences

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Verb

For stir-fries, cut green onions into 1-inch pieces. —

Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2023 Smaller ones should be added at the last minute to stir-fries. —

Bill Heavey, Field & Stream, 11 May 2023 Add it to stir-fried dishes at the tail end of cooking. 7. —

Tina Danze, Dallas News, 5 May 2023 Grill them with some olive oil or cheese, or add to a stir-fry with meat or tofu. —

Women's Health, 1 May 2023 The dipping and stir-fry sauces are available at Hannaford locations. —

Ann Trieger Kurland, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Apr. 2023 Maine lobster is on the menu (market price) and can be prepared a variety of ways, including stir-fried with ginger scallion sauce or fried and seasoned with salt and pepper. —

Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2023 Its digital display lets camp chefs finetune the cooktop temperature and settings, including eight quick launch buttons for different cooking functions, such as simmer, boil, sauté, and stir-fry. —

Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2023 Taste, and season with more tamari, chili-garlic sauce and/or vinegar, if desired. Divide the rice among 4 bowls, then top with the stir-fry. —

Jim Webster, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2023

Noun

This noodle bowl can be a main dish or the supporting player to a vegetable stir-fry. —

Elyssa Goldberg, Bon Appétit, 16 Feb. 2023 See More

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