10+ Best Sides for Stir Fry That Work

Last Tuesday, I stood in my kitchen with perfect chicken stir-fry but zero clue what sides for stir fry would complete the meal. My family was waiting, and I was frantically googling solutions. After 15 years of cooking Asian cuisine, I’ve cracked the code on what actually works. The Golden Rule from Chef Wong During culinary training in San Francisco’s Chinatown, Chef Wong taught me, “Stir-fry is melody, but sides for stir-fry create harmony.” You need three elements: something to absorb sauce, something fresh, and a contrasting texture. Best sides for stir fry formula:  One grain base  One fresh element … Read more