Seasoned with garlic, rice wine vinegar, and tamari, Sugar Snap Peas Stir Fry is a delicious Asian-inspired side dish. And it comes together in only 15 minutes with 5 ingredients.
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Besides being sweet and delicious, what I love about sugar snap peas is that both the pea and and pod can be consumed, either raw or cooked. While you may want to trim them to remove the tough strings, theres no need to shell them like with English or garden peas and throw away the pods.
But my all-time favorite way to enjoy them is to saute and season them with Asian-inspired flavors. This Sugar Snap Peas Stir Fry is the perfect addition to lemon air fryer tofu and Instant Pot coconut rice any night of the week.[feast_advanced_jump_to]
There are a few ways to cut sugar snap peas depending on the recipe or personal preference. One common method is to trim off the ends of the pods and cut them into bite-sized pieces on the diagonal. Alternatively, you can split them lengthwise or leave them whole depending on the desired presentation.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- You can make it in 15 minutes with only 5 ingredients.
- Its a delicious and easy way to enjoy sugar snap peas.
- Its the perfect side dish for all your favorite Asian-inspired recipes.
Youll only need 5 ingredients to make this recipe, or 4 if you leave off the garnish. And you dont even need any oil.
- Sugar snap peas
- Fresh garlic
- Rice wine vinegar
- Tamari (or substitute soy sauce or coconut aminos)
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
You can also make this recipe using snow peas instead, although they are not as sweet, so it will taste a little different.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Sometimes youll find sugar snap peas in the produce section of the market in sealed bags with the pods already trimmed. But if you are buying them in bulk or harvesting them from your garden, youll want to remove the tough strings.
Each pod has a blossom end where the flower was and a stem end where it was connected to the vine. After washing them, use a paring knife to remove the strings on each side:
- Start at the stem end and come in at an angle with your knife on the flat side of the pod and remove the string.
- Come back to the stem end and remove the thinner string from the curved side of the pod.
- Repeat until all the pea pods have been trimmed.
Once the snap peas are washed and trimmed, making this stir fry recipe is quick and easy:
- Saute in a little water until tender.
- Add the garlic, vinegar, and tamari and stir fry for 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds, if desired, and enjoy!
Sugar Snap Pea Stir Fry is the perfect side dish for all your favorite Asian-inspired recipes.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a day or two. Enjoy them cold or reheated in the microwave.
The entire sugar snap pea is edible, including the pod. However you may want to remove the tough strings on each side of the pods.
Rice vinegar and rice wine vinegar are two names for the same thing. Its made by fermenting the sugars in rice first into alcohol, and then into vinegar.
Place the raw sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Allow them to toast, stirring often, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Keep an close on them since they burn easily. Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a plate to cool.
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Preparing and trimming Sugar Snap Peas
FAQ
What part of snap peas do you eat?
How to cook snap peas for stir fry?
Follow these steps to perfectly cook your snap peas for stir fry: Heat a tablespoon of oil, such as sesame or vegetable oil, in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your snap peas to the hot oil and stir fry them for about 3-5 minutes. You want them to remain crisp-tender, so be careful not to overcook.
How do you Cook Sugar Snap peas in a wok?
Heat a pan or wok over medium high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once the pan is hot, add the sugar snap peas, garlic, and soy sauce. Stir fry for about 3 to 5 minutes or until the sugar snap peas are tender crisp and have turned a bright green color. Add the toasted sesame oil, black and white sesame seeds, and season to taste.
How long does it take to stir fry sugar snap peas?
Stir fried sugar snap peas are one of the easiest side dishes to make! It’s ready in 10 minutes and goes great with just about any Asian dish. These sugar snap peas are quickly stir fried in a hot pan or wok and flavored with sesame seeds, sesame oil, soy sauce, and garlic. It’s a versatile recipe that can be easily adapted.
How do you cook snap peas in a frying pan?
Add your snap peas to the hot oil and stir fry them for about 3-5 minutes. You want them to remain crisp-tender, so be careful not to overcook. For added flavor, you can sprinkle some soy sauce, minced garlic, or grated ginger onto your snap peas while stir frying them.