Best Easy Stir Fried Celery with Lily Bulb Recipe

Crisp celery and delicate lily bulb petals are stir-fried for a light, elegant vegetable dish. This vegetarian, healthy family side is naturally low calorie and prized for its clean, fresh flavors.

Cook 15 min Difficulty EASY 60 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • celery stalks 4 pieces
  • fresh lily bulbs 2 pieces
  • carrot 0.5 pieces
  • water 3 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • vegetable oil 1.5 tbsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • sugar 0.5 tsp
  • white pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 10 g 67%
Protein 2 g 13%
Fat 1.5 g 20%
Serving size 120g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Separate the lily bulb into individual petals, rinse gently, and drain well. Slice the celery on the diagonal into thin pieces and cut the carrot into thin slices.

  2. 2

    Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan evenly.

  3. 3

    Add the celery and carrot, stir-frying briskly for 1 minute until slightly softened but still vibrant.

  4. 4

    Add the lily bulb petals. Stir-fry quickly for 30–45 seconds, just until the petals turn translucent but remain tender.

  5. 5

    Add the salt, sugar, and white pepper. Splash in the water and stir constantly for 30 seconds, keeping the heat high to maintain the crispness.

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Fresh celery and lily bulbs are the main stars of this dish. Celery provides the dish with a crisp texture and clean, grassy notes, while the delicate lily bulb petals lend a subtle sweetness and alluring fragrance essential for the authentic flavor profile.
Q. How should I control the heat for the perfect stir fry?
Maintain medium-high to high heat throughout cooking. This keeps the vegetables crisp and prevents overcooking. Stir-fry quickly and be sure to add the lily bulbs at the end to preserve their tender, translucent texture.
Q. How do I avoid soggy vegetables in this dish?
Slice the celery and carrot thinly and stir-fry them swiftly over high heat. Only add water in the last step to bring everything together without steaming the ingredients, and serve immediately for best crispness.
Q. What are the nutrition facts per serving for this stir fry?
Each 120g serving contains about 60 kcal, with 10g carbs (67% of calories), 2g protein (13%), and 1.5g fat (20%). It's naturally low in calories and predominantly powered by healthy carbohydrates from the vegetables.
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