Shrimp Snow Peas Stir Fry

Shrimp Snow Peas Stir Fry is one of those super easy and simple dinners that is also yummy and healthy! This dish only takes 15 mins to make, and I love how both shrimp and snow peas have a slightly sweet and crisp taste to it!

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• About Snow Peas
• How to Eat Snow Peas?
• Are Snow Peas Good For You?
• Are Snow Peas and Snap Peas the same?
• How to make Shrimp Snow Peas Stir Fry (Step by Step)
• Shrimp Snow Peas Stir Fry Recipe
• More Delicious Snow Peas Recipes
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About Snow Peas

In case you're not very familiar with snow peas, it's a very popular veggie used in Chinese cooking. Here's some additional info about this delicious and healthy vegetable!

You can buy snow peas fresh or frozen from the grocery store. I prefer fresh, and actually many grocery stores will have them already washed and packaged, ready to eat. You can eat snow peas cooked or raw.

A very popular to cook snow peas is to stir fry it (which is what we will do in this recipe.) To eat raw, you can add in salads and serve with dressing.

Prior to cooking or eating raw, you can remove the tough string around the pod. This is optional, but recommended if you prefer to not have to deal with the harder tougher parts of snow peas.

Snow Peas are packed with vitamin A and C, iron, magnesium, fiber, potassium, and folic acid. All this and being low in calories!

If you're looking for delicious snow pea recipes, check out these snow peas recipes:

Shrimp Snow Peas Stir Fry

Chicken and Snow Peas Stir Fry

Snow Peas Beef Stir Fry

How to Eat Snow Peas?

You can buy snow peas fresh or frozen from the grocery store. I prefer fresh, and actually many grocery stores will have them already washed and packaged, ready to eat.

You can eat snow peas cooked or raw. A very popular to cook snow peas is to stir fry it (which is what we will do in this recipe.) To eat raw, you can add in salads and serve with dressing.

Prior to cooking or eating raw, you can remove the tough string around the pod. This is optional, but recommended if you prefer to not have to deal with the harder tougher parts of snow peas.

Are Snow Peas Good For You?

Snow Peas are good for you! They are packed with vitamin A and C, iron, magnesium, fiber, potassium, and folic acid. All this and being low in calories!

To learn more about snow peas health benefits, check out this article.

Are Snow Peas and Snap Peas the same?

Snow Peas and Snap Peas are very similar - both are shelled with peas in the pod. They both are low in calories, while being nutritious (fiber, vitamin C, etc.). However, Snow Peas and Snap Peas are not the same. Snap Peas are actually crossed between snow peas and garden peas (aka sweet peas)!

Physically, snow peas are flatter and contain smaller peas inside. Snap Peas pods are more rounded and their peas are also bigger.

Taste wise, snow peas are less sweet than snap peas. But both are tender and crisp. Also, opposite of garden peas/sweet peas, you can eat the shell of snow peas and snap peas.

How to make Shrimp Snow Peas Stir Fry (Step by Step)

First gather your ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon rice wine
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoon vegetable oil, separated
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ pound snow peas
• Salt, to taste

In a large bowl, add shrimp, cornstarch, rice wine, and ½ teaspoon salt, for the marinade in a large bowl, then add the shrimp. Toss to coat. Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon of oil in to a wok or skillet. Add shrimp in one layer to wok or skillet, not overlapping. Let it cook for about 1 minute, and then flip to the other side and allow to cook another minute, and remove from heat and set aside.

Add 1 tablespoon of oil, add snow peas and garlic and stir fry the snow peas until your desired tenderness. For me this is basically cooked but still a bit crunchy, and the color reaches this vibrant green.

Add shrimp back in to pan, and stir fry until shrimp and snow peas are mixed well together.

Season with salt to taste, and then remove from heat and serve!

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator: Let leftovers cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Not recommended - shrimp and snow peas tend to lose their crisp texture after thawing.

Reheat:

• Stovetop (best): Add a splash of water or broth to a skillet or wok and stir-fry over medium heat until warmed through.
• Microwave: Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until hot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes! This is usually what I use actually - frozen wild caught shrimp! Just make sure they are peeled, deveined, and thawed before marinating. Pat dry with paper towels so they don't release extra water while cooking.

Do I have to remove the string from snow peas?
Not necessarily - but removing it makes them more pleasant to eat since it can be tough and fibrous. I don't mind either way, but some folks do! My mom wouldn't eat it without removing the string!

Can I substitute snow peas with snap peas or other veggies?
Definitely! Snap peas, green beans, or even asparagus work great as swaps. Adjust cook time so they stay crisp.

How do I make this stir fry saucier?
Add 1-2 tablespoons of oyster sauce or soy sauce at the end, along with a splash of chicken broth or water, to create a light sauce.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?
You can prep the shrimp (marinate in advance) and wash/trim the snow peas earlier in the day, but for best texture, stir fry right before serving.

More Delicious Snow Peas Recipes

• Beef and Snow Peas Stir Fry features tender slices of beef with crisp snow peas in a rich savory sauce! Better than takeout and ready in under 30 mins!
• Or if chicken is your preferred protein, check out this Chicken and Snow Peas Stir Fry! Juicy chicken and crunchy snow peas tossed in a savory sauce - simple, healthy and satisfying!
• You can also switch it up and stir fry pork with snow peas and mushrooms! This is a hearty combo of pork, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant snow peas!

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