Description
Ginger soy glazed snow peas are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that elevate any meal. This quick and easy dish features fresh snow peas coated in a fragrant ginger-soy glaze, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With vibrant color and crunch, these glazed snow peas are sure to impress your family and friends while adding a touch of sophistication to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh snow peas
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon sesame oil (plus 1 tablespoon for sautéing)
Instructions
- Rinse the snow peas under cold water, pat dry, and trim the ends with kitchen scissors.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, grated ginger, honey (or maple syrup), and sesame oil until smooth.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the snow peas and sauté for about 3 minutes until bright green and crisp.
- Pour the ginger-soy glaze over the snow peas and stir well to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining glaze over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added texture, mix in bell peppers or carrots. - Substitute tamari for soy sauce for a gluten-free option. - Enhance crunchiness by sprinkling toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.