This vibrant sauteed pea sauce brings a burst of fresh, earthy flavor to the table. Combining crisp sugar snap peas and tender snow peas with aromatic turmeric, garlic, and bright lemon juice, it creates a harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes. The addition of fresh mint adds a refreshing finish that cuts through the richness. Perfect as a side dish for grilled vegetables or as a flavorful topping for rice and beans, this recipe is quick, healthy, and incredibly easy to prepare. It’s a delightful way to enjoy seasonal produce with minimal effort.
Sauteed Rice Sauce
Description
This vibrant sauteed pea sauce brings a burst of fresh, earthy flavor to the table. Combining crisp sugar snap peas and tender snow peas with aromatic turmeric, garlic, and bright lemon juice, it creates a harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes. The addition of fresh mint adds a refreshing finish that cuts through the richness. Perfect as a side dish for grilled vegetables or as a flavorful topping for rice and beans, this recipe is quick, healthy, and incredibly easy to prepare. It&# 226;ÂÂs a delightful way to enjoy seasonal produce with minimal effort.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pan.
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Snap the ends off the sugar snap peas and snow peas.
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Add the sugar snap peas to the boiling water and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add the snow peas and cook for 1 minute.
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Drain the peas and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking completely.
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Pat the peas dry with paper towels.
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In a medium skillet, heat the margarine and olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
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Add the turmeric and lemon juice; swirl to incorporate.
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Add the peas, mint, salt, and pepper.
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Stir for about 2 minutes to heat the peas through.
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Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 308.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.3g6%
- Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 639.0mg27%
- Total Carbohydrate 68.8g23%
- Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
- Sugars 59.3g
- Protein 3.6g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Freshly ground black pepper to taste.
All snow peas may be used if snap peas are out of season.
The ingredients "TANGY PEAS WITH TURMERIC", "RED BEANS AND RICE", and their associated large quantities (998764, 998765) appear to be section headers or unrelated items from the source and have been excluded from the cooking steps as they are not part of the sautéed pea preparation. The red pinto beans and onion listed in the ingredients are also not mentioned in the cooking directions for this specific sauce; they may be intended for a separate dish served alongside.
