Are you craving a restaurant-quality side dish that's ready in just 15 minutes? Prepare to be amazed by this mouthwatering Pea Pods and Mushrooms Stir-Fry that combines crisp, vibrant vegetables with a rich, aromatic flavor profile that will make your taste buds dance! This incredibly simple yet elegant dish proves that gourmet cooking doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups pea pods
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing the pea pods thoroughly and trimming off the ends. Slice mushrooms evenly into thin pieces.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely, ensuring they are chopped into small, uniform pieces to distribute flavor evenly.
- Heat a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil and allow it to become hot and slightly shimmering.
- Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté quickly for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning and release its aromatic flavor.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to release their moisture and become slightly golden.
- Add pea pods to the skillet and continue stir-frying for an additional 3-4 minutes, maintaining high heat and constant movement to ensure even cooking.
- Pour soy sauce over the vegetables, tossing to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until pea pods are bright green and crisp-tender, being careful not to overcook.
- Remove from heat immediately and transfer to a serving plate, ensuring vegetables retain their vibrant color and slight crunch.
Tips
- Use high heat and keep ingredients moving: The key to a perfect stir-fry is maintaining high heat and constant motion to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Prep ingredients before cooking: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start, as stir-frying happens quickly.
- Choose fresh, crisp pea pods: Look for bright green pods without blemishes to ensure the best texture and flavor.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: The goal is to keep them bright, crisp-tender, and retain their nutritional value.
- Use a wok if possible: While a large skillet works, a traditional wok provides the best heat distribution and allows for easier tossing.
- Experiment with additional aromatics: Try adding ginger, red pepper flakes, or green onions to customize the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
