Spiced snow peas are the perfect crisp, fresh, and flavorful side dish with just the right amount of spring sweetness with a bit of crunch!
Prep Time10mins
Cook Time10mins
Total Time20mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
3tspcanola oilseparated *
2clovesgarlicminced
2tspgingerminced or grated
2green onions/scallionsminced, separate whites and greens
1/2tspsalt
1pinchcrushed red pepperto taste
1/4tspsugar
1tsprice wine vinegar
12ouncessnow peasstrings removed
Instructions
Remove strings from snow peas by cutting or pinching off the top corner and pulling the tough string that runs along the length of the pod
Combine 1 teaspoon oil, garlic, ginger, and the minced whites of the green onions/scallions in a small bowl and set aside
Combine salt, crushed red pepper, and sugar in a small bowl and set aside
Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over high heat until oil is shimmering
Add the snow peas, sprinkle with the salt mixture, give it a quick stir, and cook undisturbed for 30 seconds
Stir the snow peas and cook again undisturbed for 30 seconds
Continue to cook, stirring constantly until the snow peas are crisp-tender, ~2 minutes
Push the snow peas to the outer edges of the pan clearing the middle of the pan and add the garlic mixture to the middle pressing down with the spatula until fragrant, approximately 30 seconds
Stir the mixture into the snow peas and transfer to a bowl
Stir the rice wine vinegar and minced green parts of the green onions/scallions into the snow peas, season with salt and pepper, as needed, and serve
Notes
Any oil can be used, just remember that some impart more flavor than others as you make or adapt the recipe.