Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions (usually 8-10 minutes for al dente).

Pro Tip: Make sure to stir the spaghetti occasionally to prevent it from sticking together. Once done, drain the pasta and set it aside, but save about 1/2 cup of pasta water to help loosen the stir fry later if needed.

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and chili paste or sriracha (if using).

Set the sauce aside. Pro Tip: Taste the sauce before adding it to the stir fry — adjust the sweetness or heat to your liking by adding more sugar or chili paste.

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Add the bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, snow peas, and red onion to the skillet.

Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the veggies are crisp-tender and slightly caramelized.

Pro Tip: Don’t overcrowd the pan! If needed, cook the veggies in batches to get a nice sear on each one.

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet with the veggies.

Stir everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and golden (but be careful not to burn it).

Pro Tip: Keep the heat at medium to avoid burning the garlic — once it starts to smell amazing, you’re good to go!

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the vegetables.

Toss everything together gently, allowing the pasta to absorb some of the veggie flavors.

Pro Tip: If the pasta looks too dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to help loosen it up and create a bit of sauce.

Pour the prepared sauce over the pasta and veggies in the skillet.

Toss everything together so the sauce coats every strand of pasta and veggie.

Cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly and everything meld together.

Pro Tip: Stir constantly to ensure the sauce evenly coats the pasta and veggies. If you like your stir fry with a bit more sauce, feel free to add a little extra soy sauce or hoisin.

If you're adding protein, toss it in at this stage. Whether you're using chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu, make sure it's already cooked or seared, and just heat it through with the pasta and veggies.

Give it a final toss to combine, ensuring the protein is evenly distributed throughout the dish.

Plate your stir fry spaghetti and garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of extra sesame oil, if desired.

Serve immediately and enjoy a quick, flavorful meal!