Sautéed Snow Peas

Sautéed Snow Peas is a quick and vibrant vegetarian dish that captures the essence of Chinese cuisine with its crisp texture and fresh flavors. Perfect as a main dish, it's both nutritious and delicious, making it a great choice for any meal.

Ingredients

• Snow peas - 200 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Wash and trim the snow peas by removing the ends and any strings.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the snow peas to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring well to coat the snow peas evenly.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir-fry for another minute.
7. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, supporting immune health and skin.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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