Beef Free Sautéed Snow Peas with Ginger
Crisp, vibrant, and packed with bold flavor, this stir-fried side is the kind of dish that makes a simple weeknight feel a little more exciting. Snow peas get a quick blast of high heat in coconut oil, developing light char spots while staying brilliantly green and satisfyingly snappy — that texture is everything. Fresh ginger hits the center of the pan just long enough to bloom and turn fragrant before it mingles with the peas, and a splash of coconut aminos pulls it all together into a glossy, savory glaze. The whole thing is completely plant-based, so there's no need to swap or substitute a single ingredient to keep it free of any animal proteins. Coconut aminos bring that deep, umami-rich flavor you'd expect from a classic stir-fry sauce without any of the usual additives hiding in conventional soy-based products. A handful of fresh cilantro scattered over the top at the end adds a bright, herby finish that makes the dish feel restaurant-worthy. Serve it immediately straight from the pan and it will absolutely steal the show alongside rice, noodles, or just about anything else on the table.
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4 servings
- 1 lb snow peas, strings removed
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the snow peas dry with a paper towel — any surface moisture will cause the oil to spatter and steam the peas rather than sear them.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until the oil shimmers and a drop of water flicked in sizzles immediately, about 1–2 minutes.
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