Garlic Snow Peas with Bell Pepper
A quick and vibrant stir-fry featuring crisp snow peas sautéed with aromatic garlic and colorful bell pepper cubes.
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This dish is a staple on Chinese dinner tables due to its speed and fresh flavor. The key is to trim the snow peas well and cook them just enough to retain their satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Snow peas
250g
Garlic cloves
3
Red bell pepper
1/2
Vegetable oil
2 tbsp
Salt
to taste
Instructions
1
Prep the Vegetables
Wash the snow peas thoroughly. Trim off the stems and pull off the tough fibrous strings along the seams. Mince the garlic cloves and cut the bell pepper into small, even dice.
2
Sauté Aromatics
Heat the oil in a wok or wide frying pan over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the minced garlic and stir-fry briefly until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
3
Stir-Fry the Peas
Toss in the prepared snow peas and bell pepper cubes. Stir-fry vigorously for about 2 to 3 minutes until the peas turn bright green but remain crisp. Season with salt to taste before serving.
