Buttered Snow Peas
Elevate your side dishes with this quick and easy recipe for Buttered Snow Peas, a vibrant and delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables with minimal effort. Tender-crisp snow peas are tossed in rich, melted butter infused with the aromatic warmth of minced garlic, creating a side dish that’s both simple and satisfying. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or complementing more elaborate meals. The balance of salt and a hint of pepper enhances the natural sweetness of the snow peas, while a quick steam ensures their bright green color and crisp texture are preserved. Serve these buttery snow peas alongside grilled chicken, fish, or a hearty stir-fry for a fresh and flavorful pairing everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Snow peas
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Rinse the snow peas under cold water and trim the ends using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors. Remove any tough strings along the edges, if present.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it starts to foam but does not brown.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the snow peas and water to the skillet. Stir to coat the peas in the butter mixture, then cover the skillet with a lid.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the snow peas are tender-crisp and bright green.
Remove the lid and season the snow peas with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss to combine.
Serve immediately as a side dish, and enjoy the buttery, flavorful results!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
84 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 246 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
