Description
Crisp snow peas tossed in a savory sesame-soy glaze, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a fast and flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces snow peas, trimmed
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Set aside.
- Add olive oil to the hot pan and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add snow peas and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and toss to coat. Cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat, drizzle with the remaining sesame oil, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately while warm and glossy.
Notes
- Dry the snow peas thoroughly before cooking to maintain their crisp texture.
- Toasting sesame seeds enhances their nutty flavor — don’t skip this step.
- Add chili flakes or ginger for extra heat or zing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: snow peas, sesame, quick side dish, Asian vegetables, stir-fry, vegan