Best 5 Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas Recipes

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**Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas: A Vibrant Side Dish with a Crunchy Texture**

Indulge in the delightful flavors of sauteed sugar snap peas, a vibrant and nutritious side dish that complements a wide range of main courses. These tender and crisp peas, also known as snow peas or Chinese pea pods, are stir-fried with simple seasonings to enhance their natural sweetness. Discover the culinary versatility of sugar snap peas through three distinct recipes: a classic stir-fry with garlic and soy sauce, a zesty lemon-butter variation, and a tantalizing combination of bacon and almonds. Embark on a culinary journey to savor the unique taste and texture of sauteed sugar snap peas, adding a pop of color and a burst of flavor to your meals.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAUTEED SUGAR SNAP PEAS



Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds fresh sugar snap peas
1 tablespoon good olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sea salt or fleur de sel, for serving

Steps:

  • Remove and discard the stem end and string from each sugar snap pod.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the sugar snap peas, salt and pepper and saute, tossing occasionally for 3 to 5 minutes, until the sugar snap peas are crisp tender.
  • Place the sugar snap peas in a serving bowl, sprinkle with sea salt and serve.

SAUTEED RADISHES AND SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH DILL



Sauteed Radishes and Sugar Snap Peas with Dill image

Categories     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Orange     Radish     Shallot     Dill     Sugar Snap Pea     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots
12 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed, strings removed
2 cups thinly sliced radishes (about 1 large bunch)
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon dill seeds
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • This side dish would pair beautifully with roast lamb or salmon. To remove strings from fresh peas, just snap off the stem end and pull string lengthwise down each pod. Melt butter with oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes. Add sugar snap peas and radishes; sauté until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add orange juice and dill seeds; stir 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in chopped dill. Transfer to bowl; serve.

SAUTéED SNOW PEAS, SUGAR SNAP PEAS, AND PEA SHOOTS



Sautéed Snow Peas, Sugar Snap Peas, and Pea Shoots image

Provided by Anita Lo

Categories     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Pea     Summer     Healthy     Sugar Snap Pea     Self     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon canola oil
6 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup chicken stock (or water)
1/3 cup oyster sauce
3 cups snow peas, strings removed
4 cups sugar snap peas, strings removed
5 cups pea shoots

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, shallow pan over high heat. Cook garlic 30 seconds, stirring to prevent burning. Combine stock and oyster sauce in a bowl; add to pan. Add peas; cook, turning peas constantly, until bright green and crisp, about 2 minutes. Divide among 8 bowls; top each with a handful of pea shoots.

SAUTEED RADISHES AND SUGAR SNAP PEAS



Sauteed Radishes and Sugar Snap Peas image

Categories     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Easter     Radish     Spring     Sugar Snap Pea     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 1/2 pounds sugar snap peas, strings removed
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
20 radishes (from 2 bunches), sliced 1/8 inch thick

Steps:

  • Cook sugar snap peas in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Wrap in paper towels. Place in resealable plastic bag and refrigerate.) Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add radishes and sauté until translucent and crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add sugar snap peas. Sauté until peas are heated through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer vegetables to bowl; serve.

SAUTéED SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH PINE NUTS, FENNEL & LEMON ZEST RECIPE - (4/5)



Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas with Pine Nuts, Fennel & Lemon Zest Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by Dr_Mom

Number Of Ingredients 20

MAIN VERSION:
3 tablespoons Pine Nuts
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, freshly grated
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons oil
12 ounces, sugar snap peas, halved crosswise on the bias
2 tablespoons water
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
MOROCCAN VARIATION:
3 tablespoons slivered or sliced almonds
1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon orange zest
3 tablespoons cilantro
Japanese variation
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, white or black
1/2 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
1 scallion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Toast pine nuts in a skillet until just starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Add fennel seeds and toast for 1 more minute. Transfer mixture to a cutting board and add the next 3 ingredients. Chop until finely minced and well combined (avoid a food processor, it will over chop the nuts unless you are extremely careful). Set aside. Note: this can be prepared up to one day ahead. Heat oil in the empty skillet until shimmering. Add peas and water, cover and cook for 2 minutes. Uncover and add the garlic. Continue to cook until the water evaporates, about 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 3/4 of the nut mixture and greens. Transfer to serving plate and sprinkle with the rest of the nut mixture Moroccan variation: Omit the fennel, red pepper flakes, lemon zest and basil, using the cilantro in place of the basil Japanese variation: Omit the fennel and red pepper flakes. Use the ginger in place of the garlic and use the scallion in place of the basil.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender sugar snap peas. Look for peas that are bright green and have a crisp snap when you break them.
  • If the sugar snap peas are large, remove the strings from the sides of the peas before cooking.
  • To blanch the sugar snap peas, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sugar snap peas and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Drain the peas in a colander and rinse with cold water.
  • To sauté the sugar snap peas, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add the sugar snap peas, garlic, ginger, and salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the peas are heated through and slightly browned.
  • Serve the sautéed sugar snap peas immediately as a side dish or appetizer.

Conclusion:

Sautéed sugar snap peas are a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are healthy, delicious, and can be served with a variety of main courses. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give sautéed sugar snap peas a try!

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