Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)

This quick and easy dish brings a fresh taste to your table with tender pea shoot tips tossed in savory garlic for a simple yet delicious meal that is perfect for a busy day. The result is a light flavor with a delightful crunch from the peas and a rich aroma from the garlic that […]

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Prep
6m
Cook
10m
Total
16m
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Spice
1/5
Cuisine
Chinese

IngredientsWhat you'll need for Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)

Ingredient Amount
pea shoot tips 1 as needed
garlic to taste
  • pea shoot tips1 as needed
  • garlicto taste

Cooking StepsHow to cook Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy) step by step

  1. Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)
    Step 1

    Pick off all the tendrils from the pea shoot tips — they’re too tough to chew. Remove the flower buds as well, as they have an unpleasant texture.

  2. Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)
    Step 2

    Mince the garlic.

  3. Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)
    Step 3

    Heat the wok over high heat, then add cold oil. Add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant, then add the pea shoots.

  4. Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)
    Step 4

    Stir-fry until the shoots wilt as shown, then add a generous amount of cornstarch slurry and toss to coat.

  5. Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)
    Step 5

    Season with salt to taste, give it a final toss, and transfer to a serving plate.

Garlic Sautéed Pea Shoots (Quick & Easy)

This quick and easy dish brings a fresh taste to your table with tender pea shoot tips tossed in savory garlic for a simple yet delicious meal that is perfect for a busy day. The result is a light flavor with a delightful crunch from the peas and a rich aroma from the garlic that […]

Ingredients

  • 1 as needed pea shoot tips
  • to taste garlic

Instructions

  1. Pick off all the tendrils from the pea shoot tips — they’re too tough to chew. Remove the flower buds as well, as they have an unpleasant texture.

  2. Mince the garlic.

  3. Heat the wok over high heat, then add cold oil. Add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant, then add the pea shoots.

  4. Stir-fry until the shoots wilt as shown, then add a generous amount of cornstarch slurry and toss to coat.

  5. Season with salt to taste, give it a final toss, and transfer to a serving plate.

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