Sesame Ginger Snap Pea Bliss

Sesame Ginger Snap Pea Bliss

Crisp snap peas get a quick toss in a tangy sesame ginger glaze for a bright, crunchy side.

Total 15 min Makes 4 servings Calories 110/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Soy, Sesame, Wheat

Snap peas are blanched briefly to keep their snap, then tossed with a toasted sesame and fresh ginger dressing. The result is a crunchy, savory-sweet side dish that comes together in under 20 minutes and pairs well with grilled meats, rice bowls, or stir-fries.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound snap peas, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt, to taste

Method

  1. Bring a 6-quart saucepan of salted water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water.

  2. Add snap peas to the boiling water and blanch until bright green and just tender, about 90 seconds.

  3. Drain the snap peas and immediately plunge into the ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry.

  5. Heat a 9-inch skillet over medium-high heat and add the snap peas, tossing for 1 to 2 minutes to warm through.

  6. Pour the sesame ginger dressing over the snap peas and toss to coat evenly, cooking for 1 minute more.

  7. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, sliced scallion, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt to taste and serve warm or at room temperature.

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    Sesame Ginger Snap Pea Bliss

    Snap peas are blanched briefly to keep their snap, then tossed with a toasted sesame and fresh ginger dressing. The result is a crunchy, savory-sweet side dish that comes together in under 20 minutes and pairs well with grilled meats, rice bowls, or stir-fries.

    15 min 4 servings 110 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound snap peas, trimmed
    • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
    • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
    • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
    • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • salt, to taste

    Method

    1. 1

      Bring a 6-quart saucepan of salted water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water.

    2. 2

      Add snap peas to the boiling water and blanch until bright green and just tender, about 90 seconds.

    3. 3

      Drain the snap peas and immediately plunge into the ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry.

    4. 4

      In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey.

    5. 5

      Heat a 9-inch skillet over medium-high heat and add the snap peas, tossing for 1 to 2 minutes to warm through.

    6. 6

      Pour the sesame ginger dressing over the snap peas and toss to coat evenly, cooking for 1 minute more.

    7. 7

      Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, sliced scallion, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt to taste and serve warm or at room temperature.