Oriental Peas
Transform your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Oriental Peas recipe, a quick and easy stir-fry featuring tender green peas infused with bold Asian flavors. Sautéed in nutty sesame oil and a savory blend of soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic, these peas are elevated with a touch of heat from red chili flakes and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Finished with crisp green onions for a fresh pop of flavor, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes and perfect as a healthy side for rice, noodles, or grilled proteins. With its balance of savory, spicy, and aromatic notes, Oriental Peas make an irresistible addition to your weekly dinner rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh green peas (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted)
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the sesame oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the peas to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic and ginger.
Pour in the soy sauce and water, then sprinkle in the red chili flakes. Stir well to coat the peas evenly.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the peas steam for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still bright green.
Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes to let any excess liquid evaporate.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the peas. Toss gently to combine.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or over steamed rice for a light, wholesome meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 271 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 258 mg | 5% | |
*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.
