Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

snow peas

trimmed

6 tbsp

sweet butter

divided

2 unit

firm apples

cut in thick slices

2 tbsp

sugar

0.5 cup

yellow onion

finely minced

2 lb

shrimp

shelled

0.75 cup

white wine

dry

0.66 cup

Dijon-style mustard

0.75 cup

heavy cream

or creme fraiche or low-fat yogurt

Step 1
~2 min

Cook snow peas in boiling water until tender-crisp.

Step 2
~2 min

Plunge snow peas in cold water to stop cooking.

Step 3
~2 min

Reserve the snow peas.

Step 4
~2 min

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.

Step 5
~2 min

Saute apple slices until softened but not mushy.

Step 6
~2 min

Sprinkle apple slices with sugar.

Step 7
~2 min

Turn up the heat and brown the apples.

Step 8
~2 min

Remove apple slices from the skillet and reserve.

Step 9
~2 min

In the same skillet, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter.

Step 10
~2 min

Add finely minced yellow onion and saute until translucent.

Step 11
~2 min

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour in the white wine and let it reduce slightly.

Step 13
~2 min

Stir in the Dijon-style mustard.

Step 14
~2 min

Add the heavy cream (or creme fraiche or yogurt) and simmer briefly to thicken the sauce.

Step 15
~2 min

Gently fold in the cooked snow peas and apples.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the shrimp, or they will become rubbery.

Adjust the amount of sugar based on the tartness of the apples.

Serve immediately to prevent the snow peas from becoming soggy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead; add shrimp and peas just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Quinoa
Couscous

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Modern American cuisine often blends global flavors with local ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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