Best 3 Garlicky Snow Peas Recipes

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Garlicky snow peas are a quick, simple, and flavorful side dish loaded with nutrition. They boast vibrant green pods with a sweet, crunchy texture that pairs well with the garlicky, savory sauce. This dish can be enjoyed as a side or main course, and it is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC SNOW PEAS



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Make and share this Garlic Snow Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by startnover

Categories     Vegetable

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups fresh snow peas (washed, dried, and trimmed)
1 -2 tablespoon sesame oil
3 minced garlic cloves
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Heat wok on medium-hi heat .
  • Add oil get it hot, dump in peas.
  • About 1 minute after stir frying add garlic and seasoning.
  • Quick fry just till bright green and still crisp.
  • Cooking time is an estimate -- do not over cook or they will turn a dull green and go limp.
  • Remove and serve while still hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.6, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 1.6, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.3, Protein 1

MEDITERRANEAN SNOW PEAS



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This takes 5 minutes in a pan. You want to barely cook these as noted to keep the lightly crunchy natural sweetness of this seasonal delicacy! Wash and trim the tips and pull larger strings off the snow peas.

Provided by Geophile

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ teaspoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ pound fresh snow peas, trimmed
1 tablespoon water, or more as needed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in Italian seasoning and snow peas. Add water; cook and stir until peas are bright green and tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 226.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

GARLICKY SNOW PEAS



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Make and share this Garlicky Snow Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
4 scallions, sliced
1 sweet red pepper, diced
1 lb fresh snow pea, trimmed
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • In a deep skillet, heat oil.
  • Add garlic,ginger, scallions and sweet pepper and saute until softened and fragrant, about one minute.
  • Add snowpeas saute until cooked but still very tender-crisp, 3 minutes.
  • Add soy sauce and sesame oil mix together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 175.6, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right snow peas: Look for snow peas that are bright green and have a crisp snap when you break them. Avoid peas that are yellowed or have brown spots.
  • Trim the snow peas: Before cooking, trim the ends of the snow peas. You can also remove the strings from the peas if desired.
  • Cook the snow peas quickly: Snow peas should be cooked quickly over high heat. This will help them retain their crisp texture and bright green color.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Snow peas can be stir-fried, sautéed, steamed, or boiled. Each cooking method will produce a slightly different texture and flavor.
  • Add snow peas to your favorite dishes: Snow peas can be added to a variety of dishes, including stir-fries, salads, soups, and pasta dishes.

Conclusion:

Snow peas are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're stir-frying them, sautéing them, steaming them, or boiling them, snow peas are sure to please. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful vegetable to add to your meal, reach for some snow peas.

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