Steamed Snow Peas
Crisp-tender snow peas steamed just until bright green, ready in minutes.
Dietary
Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover
Allergens
Dairy
Snow peas keep their snap and vivid color when steamed briefly over simmering water, then finished with a touch of butter, salt, and pepper. This simple side comes together quickly and pairs well with stir-fries, roasted meats, or noodle dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound snow peas, stems and strings trimmed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Method
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Rinse the snow peas and trim the stem ends, pulling away any tough strings along the seam.
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Fill a 6-quart saucepan with about 1 inch of water and set a steamer basket inside, then bring the water to a boil over high heat.
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Add the snow peas to the steamer basket, cover, and steam until bright green and crisp-tender.
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Transfer the snow peas to a serving bowl, toss with butter, salt, and pepper until the butter melts, and serve immediately.
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Steamed Snow Peas
Snow peas keep their snap and vivid color when steamed briefly over simmering water, then finished with a touch of butter, salt, and pepper. This simple side comes together quickly and pairs well with stir-fries, roasted meats, or noodle dishes.
9 min 4 servings 55 cal
Ingredients
- 1 pound snow peas, stems and strings trimmed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Method
- 1
Rinse the snow peas and trim the stem ends, pulling away any tough strings along the seam.
- 2
Fill a 6-quart saucepan with about 1 inch of water and set a steamer basket inside, then bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- 3
Add the snow peas to the steamer basket, cover, and steam until bright green and crisp-tender.
- 4
Transfer the snow peas to a serving bowl, toss with butter, salt, and pepper until the butter melts, and serve immediately.