**Stir-Fried Green Beans and Snow Peas: A Vibrant and Flavorful Side Dish**
Crunchy green beans and sweet snow peas come together in this vibrant and flavorful stir-fried dish. This simple yet satisfying side dish is a great way to add some color and nutrition to your plate. With just a few basic ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have a delicious and healthy dish that pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or grilled meats. This article features two variations of the classic stir-fried green beans and snow peas recipe: a traditional version and a spicy Szechuan-inspired version. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, making them perfect for busy weeknight meals or quick and healthy lunches.
THE BEST VEGETABLE STIR FRY RECIPE
Vegetable sitr fry is a quick one-pan dish ready in under 30 minutes. Sauteed veggies in an easy sweet and savory stir fry sauce. The perfect recipe when craving Asian takeout that can be made at home.
Provided by Valentina Ablaev
Categories Easy
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large non-stick skillet or wok, over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the vegetable and stir fry about 3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the butter, garlic, ginger and cook until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the stir fry sauce. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir.
- Turn heat down to medium/low and cook 3-4 minutes, until sauce thickens and vegetables are desired tenderness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 444 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SNOW PEA STIR FRY
When my children were growing up, I had difficulty getting them to eat green vegetables. This recipe changed their minds. They liked the crisp-tender pea pods and tasty sauce.-Pam Rahmer, Phillips, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, stir-fry almonds in butter for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Add snow peas and mushrooms; stir-fry 2 minutes longer., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, bouillon, water and soy sauce until smooth. Add to skillet; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
STIR-FRIED GARLIC GREEN BEANS
The green beans should remain crunchy in this dish, which is adapted from Grace Young's recipe in "Stir-Fry to the Sky's Edge."
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil, season with salt and add the green beans. Boil 1 minute, drain and rinse with cold water, then place on a kitchen towel to dry thoroughly. (If vegetables aren't dry when you add them to the hot wok or pan, they will splutter and braise instead of stir-frying.) Place within reach of your wok or pan.
- Combine the soy sauce and wine or sherry in a small bowl or measuring cup and place within reach of your wok or pan. Place the garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes in another small container near the burner.
- Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or a 12-inch skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan. Add the garlic and ginger, stir-frying for no more than 10 seconds, and then add the green beans. Toss together, then add the soy sauce and sherry and stir-fry for one to two minutes, until the beans are crisp-tender. Remove from the heat and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 77, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 298 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
SPICY WOK-CHARRED SNOW PEAS
High-heat stir-fries are ideal for peas - either snow peas or the sugar snap variety. Assertive seasoning and the slight charring from the wok complement the peas' sweetness wonderfully. The method works well for other spring vegetables, too, like asparagus or baby bok choy clusters. Use a wide cast -iron pan if you don't have a wok. Take care to avoid overcooking; the peas should be a vibrant green color and firm to the bite.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories main course, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. When oil looks wavy, add chiles and let sizzle for a few seconds.
- Add snow peas and scallions and season well with salt and pepper. Cook vegetables over high heat, stirring constantly, until cooked through and lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes. Peas should be bright green and crisp-tender.
- Add garlic, ginger and sesame oil, toss well and cook 1 minute more. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 114, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 251 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
STIR-FRIED SNOW PEAS AND CARROTS
This is a quick and easy way to prepare snow peas and carrots with an Asian flavor.
Provided by CKLEWIS
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together the soy sauce and cornstarch in a bowl until cornstarch is completely dissolved; set aside.
- Prepare a skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat; drizzle in the sesame oil. Place the snow peas and carrots in the skillet; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Pour the broth over the vegetables. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low; simmer until vegetables are slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce mixture; continue to stir-fry until the sauce has thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 467 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender green beans and snow peas. Avoid beans that are bruised or have brown spots. The fresher the vegetables, the better they will taste.
- Trim the green beans and snow peas. Remove the ends of the green beans and the strings from the snow peas. This will make them easier to eat.
- Blanch the vegetables before stir-frying. Blanching will help to preserve the color and crunch of the vegetables. To blanch the vegetables, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until they are bright green. Drain the vegetables and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Use a hot wok or skillet. A hot wok or skillet will help to create a nice sear on the vegetables and prevent them from sticking.
- Stir-fry the vegetables in small batches. This will help to prevent the vegetables from becoming overcrowded and steaming instead of stir-frying.
- Add the sauce to the vegetables towards the end of cooking. This will help to prevent the sauce from burning.
- Serve the stir-fried green beans and snow peas immediately. They are best enjoyed hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Stir-fried green beans and snow peas are a quick, easy, and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a main meal or as a snack. The vegetables are packed with nutrients and the sauce is flavorful and delicious. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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