Pea Pods with Fresh Mushrooms
Savor the vibrant flavors of this quick and healthy recipe for Pea Pods with Fresh Mushrooms, a delightful stir-fry that celebrates the freshness of garden vegetables. Crisp pea pods and tender mushrooms are sautéed with fragrant garlic in a savory soy-sesame sauce, creating a dish that's both flavorful and nutrient-packed. Ready in just 17 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as an elegant side dish for your next dinner party. Serve it as a light vegetarian main course over steamed rice or pair it with your favorite protein for a wholesome, balanced meal. With its quick prep, minimalist ingredients, and irresistible umami punch, this stir-fry is a true testament to the beauty of simplicity in cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams pea pods
- 200 grams fresh button or cremini mushrooms
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or neutral cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the pea pods under cold water, trim both ends, and remove the strings if necessary.
Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth or paper towel and slice them into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water to create a light sauce. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and allow it to heat up until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Toss in the mushrooms and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they start to release their moisture and soften.
Add the pea pods to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Season with salt and black pepper, then pour the prepared soy sauce mixture into the skillet.
Stir everything together and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the vegetables.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice for a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1767 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1404 mg | 30% | |
*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.
