Best 2 Sauteed Snow Peas And Pea Shoots Recipes

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Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary novice, stir-fried snow peas and pea shoots are a delightful and nutritious dish that will surely tantalize your taste buds. With their vibrant green color, crisp texture, and sweet flavor, snow peas and pea shoots add a burst of freshness to any meal. Their versatility makes them a perfect ingredient for stir-fries, salads, soups, and more. This culinary journey will guide you through the art of cooking sauteed snow peas and pea shoots, exploring different recipe variations, cooking techniques, and tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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SAUTéED SNOW PEAS, SUGAR SNAP PEAS, AND PEA SHOOTS



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Provided by Anita Lo

Categories     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Pea     Summer     Healthy     Sugar Snap Pea     Self     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon canola oil
6 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup chicken stock (or water)
1/3 cup oyster sauce
3 cups snow peas, strings removed
4 cups sugar snap peas, strings removed
5 cups pea shoots

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, shallow pan over high heat. Cook garlic 30 seconds, stirring to prevent burning. Combine stock and oyster sauce in a bowl; add to pan. Add peas; cook, turning peas constantly, until bright green and crisp, about 2 minutes. Divide among 8 bowls; top each with a handful of pea shoots.

SAUTEED SNOW PEAS AND PEA SHOOTS



Sauteed Snow Peas and Pea Shoots image

This versatile side dish comes together in 10 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, smashed
8 ounces snow peas, trimmed and sliced in half
8 ounces pea shoots, cut into 2-inch lengths
Coarse salt
1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat oil, red-pepper flakes, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high, stirring constantly, until garlic is golden, about 1 minute. Add snow peas and cook, stirring, until bright green and still crisp, about 1 minute.
  • Add pea shoots in batches along with 1 tablespoon water. Cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 30 seconds. Season with salt, squeeze lemon over top, and serve.

Tips:

  • To preserve the vibrant color and crisp texture of snow peas and pea shoots, cook them quickly over high heat.
  • Use a large skillet or wok to ensure that the vegetables have enough space to cook evenly.
  • Add a small amount of oil or butter to the pan to prevent the vegetables from sticking.
  • Stir the vegetables constantly to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings to taste.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or mint, for an extra pop of flavor.

Conclusion:

Sautéed snow peas and pea shoots are a quick and easy side dish that is packed with flavor and nutrients. This dish is a great way to enjoy fresh, seasonal vegetables. It can be served as a side dish to grilled chicken, fish, or tofu, or it can be used as a topping for salads, stir-fries, and other dishes.

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