1-Wash and chop all fresh vegetables: Wash and chop all fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces for even cooking, just like slicing the celery and carrot on the bias.

2-Heat a wok or large deep skillet: Heat a wok or large deep skillet over high heat and add the 2 tablespoons of peanut oil until it’s hot and nearly smoking.

3-Add the minced garlic: Add the 8 minced garlic cloves and stir for 30 seconds to release their aroma.

4-Include vegetables and water: Include the 1/2 chopped small onion, 2 sliced celery stalks, 1 medium sliced carrot, 4 sliced shiitake mushrooms, and 3 tablespoons of water; stir fry for 3 minutes with constant tossing.

5-Stir in soy sauce and salt: Stir in the 2 teaspoons of soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to blend the flavors.

6-Turn off the heat and drizzle sesame oil: Turn off the heat and drizzle the 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over the vegetables, then toss to combine everything evenly.

7-Serve immediately: Serve immediately with white or brown rice for a complete meal.