Snow Peas with Ginger
Brighten up your table with this quick and flavorful **Snow Peas with Ginger** recipe—a vibrant side dish bursting with the crisp sweetness of snow peas and the bold, aromatic duo of fresh ginger and garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes, this stir-fry delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort, featuring a perfect balance of savory soy sauce and nutty sesame oil. The snow peas are stir-fried to tender-crisp perfection, ensuring a delightful crunch in every bite. Garnished with optional sesame seeds for a touch of elegance, this dish is a healthy, gluten-free option that pairs beautifully with steamed rice, grilled proteins, or Asian-inspired meals. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of quick, nutritious, and flavorful cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Snow peas
- 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the snow peas thoroughly under cold water and trim the ends. Remove the strings from the sides of the pods if desired.
Peel the ginger and finely julienne (cut into thin strips). Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and let it heat until shimmering.
Add the ginger and garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for 30 seconds, or until aromatic, being careful not to burn them.
Add the snow peas to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until they become bright green and tender-crisp.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the snow peas, then sprinkle with salt. Toss well to coat evenly.
Transfer the snow peas to a serving plate and garnish with sesame seeds if using. Serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1466 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*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.
