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Asian Snow Peas

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  • Servings:

    4 (115 g) as an appetizer

  • Prep Time:

    30 minutes

  • Cook Time:

    0 minutes

Ingredients

This simple stir-fry is a perfect accompaniment to any fish, tofu, chicken, or pork. Serve hot over brown rice to round out a meal.
1 tsp. sesame oil
1/2 lb. snow peas
1/2 cup sliced carrots
1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp. cornstarch
Asian Snow Peas

Directions

1. Add oil to a large skillet and heat on medium-high. Add snow peas and carrots. Saute until just starting to brown (2-3 minutes).
2. Add water chestnuts and broth. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and steam until tender (5 minutes).
3. Combine soy sauce and cornstarch, stirring until cornstarch dissolves. Add to vegetable mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens (2-3 minutes). Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutritional Facts
Servings 4 (115 g)
Base Nutrients
Calories 53 kcal (3%)
Calories from Fat 14 kcal (0%)
Total Fat 2 g (2%)
Saturated Fat 0 g (1%)
Cholesterol 0 mg (0%)
Sodium 71 mg (3%)
Total Carbohydrates 8 g (3%)
Dietary Fiber 2 g (9%)
Protein 3 g (4%)
Vitamins
Vitamin A n/a
Vitamin C 35 mg (39%)
Minerals
Calcium 32 mg (2%)
Iron 1 mg (8%)
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