Sugar Snap Peas with Orange Sesame Asian Dressing

Name: Sugar Snap Peas with Orange Sesame Asian Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups sugar snap peas; 1 teaspoon salt for blanching; 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted in a skillet; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 teaspoon soy sauce, tamari sodium reduced; 1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 each scallions, spring or green onions minced; 1/2 teaspoon ginger fresh, grated using a microplane or very finely minced; 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin or peanut oil; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground (to taste)

Servings: persons

3 cups sugar snap peas
1 teaspoon salt for blanching
1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted in a skillet
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon soy sauce, tamari sodium reduced
1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 each scallions, spring or green onions minced
1/2 teaspoon ginger fresh, grated using a microplane or very finely minced
1/2 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin or peanut oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
⅛ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground (to taste)

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["Add enough water to adequately cover the sugar snap peas and bring to the boil.", "Prepare a bowl with ice water to ""shock"" the sugar snap peas after blanching.", "Add the teaspoon of salt and the sugar snap peas and cooked until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes.", "Drain and shock the sugar snap peas in ice water.", "This will lock in the color, stop the cooking and prevent them from shriveling.", "You could also run the peas under very cold running water to make things a touch simpler.", "Drain and pat dry with a towel.", "This can be done up to one hour in advance.", "In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, orange juice, rice wine vinegar, minced green onions, ginger, oil, sesame oil and black pepper.", "Set aside until ready to use.", "This can be done several hours in advance.", "Toss the sugar snap peas with the dressing.", "Sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds before serving."]

638

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups sugar snap peas, 1 teaspoon salt for blanching, 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted in a skillet, 1 teaspoon honey, and more.

Yes, Sugar Snap Peas with Orange Sesame Asian Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!