MSG Free Sautéed Snow Peas with Ginger
Snow peas are one of those vegetables that deserve way more attention than they get, and a quick high-heat sear is exactly what brings out their best. The coconut oil gets ripping hot so the peas pick up those gorgeous little char spots while staying brilliantly green and satisfyingly crisp — not soggy, not limp. Fresh ginger goes straight into the center of the pan for a quick 30-second bloom that fills the kitchen with the kind of aroma that makes everyone wander in asking what's cooking. Coconut aminos step in as the savory, slightly sweet sauce here, and they're a smart swap for anyone avoiding the glutamate-heavy condiments that usually sneak into stir-fry dishes — no flavor packets, no hidden additives, just clean umami from a single whole-food ingredient. The sauce reduces into a light glaze that clings to every pod without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the peas. A handful of fresh cilantro scattered over the top at the end keeps everything bright and a little herbaceous. This is the kind of side dish that comes together faster than you can set the table and still manages to taste like you actually tried.
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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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