Snow Peas with Cashews
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Snow Peas with Cashews. Crisp-tender snow peas are stir-fried with aromatic garlic and tossed in a rich, savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of honey. Toasted cashews add buttery crunch, while a hint of optional red pepper flakes brings a gentle heat to the mix. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy dish is perfect as a flavorful side or a light, plant-forward entrée when served over steamed rice. Packed with textures and umami, this stir-fry recipe is a must-try for busy weeknights or elegant dinner spreads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams snow peas
- 100 grams raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash the snow peas thoroughly and trim the ends, removing any strings if necessary.
In a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, and water. Stir well and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Once hot, add the cashews and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until golden and aromatic. Remove the cashews from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the vegetable oil. Heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Toss the snow peas into the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Add the sauce mixture to the skillet and toss to coat the snow peas evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
If using, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the dish for a hint of spice.
Return the toasted cashews to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1 minute to warm the cashews.
Remove from heat and transfer the dish to a serving plate. Serve immediately as a side dish or over rice for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.7 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1614 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1546 mg | 33% | |
*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.
