Quick Snow Peas Recipe with Garlic and Ginger

This snow peas recipe with garlic and ginger is perfect when you want something fresh and flavorful that doesn’t take a lot of time or effort.

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My snow peas recipe is one of my favorite sides to make. They’re sweet, crisp, and super fast to cook.

Snow peas are part of the pea family, just like sugar snap peas and garden peas, but they have a flat pod and tiny peas inside.

They cook quickly and keep that vibrant green color if you treat them right.

This recipe shows you how to blanch snow peas in boiling water and then toss them in a hot skillet with some tasty ingredients like soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a little honey.

If you want to experiment, you can even use this method with other types of peas or green beans.

This simple recipe uses pantry staples and just takes a couple of minutes.

This Snow Peas Recipe is a great way to add more veggies to your meals without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Give it a try—you’ll love it!

1. It’s fast and easy – From start to finish, this dish takes less than 20 minutes and uses simple steps.
2. Full of flavor – Ingredients like soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey create a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
3. Healthy and fresh – Fresh snow peas keep their crunch and bright color, making them a great choice for any meal.

• Snow peas
• Water
• Vegetable oil
• Green onions
• Garlic
• Chili garlic sauce
• Fresh ginger
• Soy sauce
• Honey

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1. Clean the snow peas first by pulling the strings off the top and bottom seams.
2. Get 2 quarts of water boiling in a medium saucepan with deep sides.
3. Once to a boil, add the snow peas and stir for 30 seconds until bright green. Immediately drain the snow peas and set aside.
4. Place the pan back on the stove and wipe out any excess water.
5. Over medium heat, add the oil. 
6. Stir in the white part green onions, garlic, chili sauce, and ginger. Cook, stirring constantly until fragrant, 1 minute.
7. Add the soy sauce and honey and stir constantly until combined.
8. Add the snow peas and toss until warmed through.
9. Serve immediately with the rest of the green part scallions as garnish.

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WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SNOW PEAS AND SNAP PEAS?

Snow peas have flatter pods and smaller peas inside.

Sugar snap peas are more rounded and a little sweeter.

Both are edible pod peas, but snow peas cook quicker and have a more delicate crunch.

It seems like a small thing, but you will actually notice the difference between the two.

DO I HAVE TO BLANCH THEM?

Yes, it’s a great way to keep that vibrant snow pea color and texture.

Blanching only takes 30 seconds in boiling water, then you drain and move on to the stir-frying step.

Sometimes, little steps like this make all the difference in a recipe.

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ANY ADDITIONS?

This snow pea recipe can handle some additions or adjustments.

Take it away!

• A dash of sesame oil for nutty flavor
• Sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds
• A few red pepper flakes for heat
• Sliced red bell pepper for color
• A splash of coconut oil instead of veggie oil
• A drizzle of teriyaki sauce
• A few sweet peas added in
• A squeeze of lime or bit of lemon zest
• Mix in sliced bok choy or baby spinach

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

It’s always best to make a recipe your own. After all, they are your taste buds!

• Use sugar snaps, green beans, or english peas if snow peas aren’t available
• Replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos
• Swap vegetable oil for olive oil
• Use garlic powder and ground ginger if fresh isn’t on hand
• Add a touch of chili oil instead of chili garlic sauce

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ROOM TEMPERATURE: Not recommended—snow pea pods are best when stored properly after cooking.

REFRIGERATOR: Place leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat in a large skillet over medium heat or in the microwave.

FREEZER: You can freeze the cooked peas, but they may lose some crunch.

Store in a freezer-safe container and reheat with a splash of water in a hot pan or microwave.

Snow peas recipe is simple, quick, and full of flavor.

This easy side dish is perfect for busy nights, family dinners, or just when you want something fresh and healthy.

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