Charred Sugar Snap Peas With Buttermilk Aioli Recipe

Name: Charred Sugar Snap Peas With Buttermilk Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small shallot, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 large egg yolk; 1 garlic clove, finely grated; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 2 tablespoons creme fraiche; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 pound sugar snap peas, untrimmed, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced drained oil-packed Calabrian chiles; Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

Servings: persons

1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 large egg yolk
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons buttermilk
2 tablespoons creme fraiche
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pound sugar snap peas, untrimmed, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon thinly sliced drained oil-packed Calabrian chiles
Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

1
Mix shallot and lemon juice in a small bowl. Whisk egg yolk, garlic, kosher salt, cayenne, and 2 teaspoons water in a medium bowl. Whisking constantly, gradually drizzle in vegetable oil, drop by drop at first, until aioli is thickened and smooth. Gently mix in buttermilk, creme fraiche, and shallot mixture; season with kosher salt and black pepper.
2
Prepare grill for medium-high heat.
3
Toss half of snap peas with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium bowl; season with kosher salt and black pepper. Set a wire rack or grill basket on grill grate and grill peas on rack, turning occasionally, until lightly charred, about 4 minutes; return to bowl.
4
Cut raw peas in half crosswise on a diagonal and toss with grilled peas along with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with black pepper. Spoon some aioli on a platter and top with snap peas, chiles, and sea salt. (Reserve remaining buttermilk aioli for another salad, or use it as a dip.)
5
Do ahead: Buttermilk aioli can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

1148

kcal

Calories

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small shallot, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 large egg yolk, 1 garlic clove, finely grated, and more.

Yes, Charred Sugar Snap Peas With Buttermilk Aioli falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Charred Sugar Snap Peas With Buttermilk Aioli

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