Best 2 Kung Pao Snow Peas Recipes

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Kung pao snow peas is a delightful and colorful dish that combines the flavors of sweet and savory. It is made with snow peas, which are a type of sweet pea that has a crisp texture and a slightly sweet flavor. The snow peas are stir-fried with a variety of other ingredients, including chicken, peanuts, and bell peppers. The dish is typically seasoned with a sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Kung pao snow peas can be served as an appetizer or a main course, and it is a popular dish at many Chinese restaurants.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KUNG PAO SNOW PEAS



Kung Pao Snow Peas image

Stir-frying retains the sweetness and crunch of these low-calorie snow peas. A blend of soy sauce, ginger, chiles and sesame oil, store-bought kung pao sauce adds heat and flavor to this dish without adding a lot of fat.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon peanut or grapeseed oil
1/2 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia or Maui, thickly sliced
8 ounces snow peas, ends trimmed (about 4 cups)
1/4 cup bottled all-natural kung pao, shiitake soy ginger or other low-sodium stir-fry sauce
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted roasted peanuts or cashews

Steps:

  • Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat and add the oil. Add the onions and stir-fry until just wilted, about 30 seconds. Add the snow peas and stir-fry until nearly crisp-tender, about 2 minutes more. Add the sauce and stir-fry to coat, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer to a platter or large bowl, sprinkle with the nuts and serve.

KUNG PAO CHICKEN WITH JASMINE RICE & SNOW PEAS RECIPE



Kung Pao Chicken with Jasmine Rice & Snow Peas Recipe image

Provided by á-7737

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 • oz jasmine rice
2 Tablespoons (1 oz) tamari
chili garlic sauce
3 oz scallions
1 lb snow peas
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
kosher salt
ground pepper
apple cider vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
sugar
all-purpose flour
neutral oil, such as vegetable

Steps:

  • 1. Cook rice Rinse rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. Add to a medium saucepan along with 2 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook over low until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 17 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover to keep warm. 2. Make kung pao sauce While the rice cooks, in a small bowl, combine all of the tamari, 1-3 chili garlic sauce packets (depending on your heat preferences), ¼ cup water, 2 tablespoons vinegar, and 4 teaspoons sugar, whisk until sugar dissolves. 3. Prep ingredients Trim ends from scallions, then thinly slice. Trim ends from snow peas. Pat chicken dry. Season chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then sprinkle with 2 teaspoons flour. 4. Stir-fry snap peas Heat 1½ tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add snow peas, ¼ cup of the scallions, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook until crisp-tender and browned in spots, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a heatproof bowl. Cover to keep warm. 5. Cook chicken & serve Heat 2 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium-high. Add chicken; cook until browned, 2-3 minutes per side. Add kung pao sauce. Cook until sauce is thickened slightly, basting chicken with sauce, 1-2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat. Fluff rice with fork. Serve chicken and sauce with rice and snow peas. Garnish with remaining scallions. Enjoy! 6. Make it picky-eater proof We like to mix up our veggies and chicken so everything benefits from the Kung Pao sauce, but picky eaters can have the snow peas served on the side or not at all!

Tips:

  • Use fresh snow peas for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have Shaoxing wine, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine.
  • Be careful not to overcook the snow peas, or they will become mushy.
  • Serve Kung Pao snow peas immediately, while they are still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Kung Pao snow peas is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover snow peas, and it is also a healthy and nutritious meal. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends, and it is also a great way to add some variety to your weeknight dinner menu.

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