Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 tbsp

sliced almonds

sliced

4 ounce

fresh snow peas

stringed

1 tbsp

fresh lemon balm leaves

chopped

0.13 tsp

cracked black pepper

cracked

0.13 tsp

kosher salt

1 tbsp

grapeseed oil

1 unit

lemon balm blossoms

for garnish

Step 1
~2 min

Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat, shaking or stirring constantly until golden brown.

Step 2
~2 min

Transfer the toasted almonds to a small bowl to cool.

Step 3
~2 min

String the snow peas, removing any tough ends.

Step 4
~2 min

If desired, slice the snow peas lengthwise into thinner strips.

Step 5
~2 min

Once the almonds have cooled, stir in the chopped lemon balm, cracked black pepper, and kosher salt.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat the grapeseed oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the snow peas to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, until tender-crisp.

Step 8
~2 min

Reserve 1 tablespoon of the almond-lemon balm mixture.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir the remaining almond-lemon balm mixture into the snow peas.

Step 10
~2 min

Transfer the snow peas to a serving dish.

Step 11
~2 min

Sprinkle with the reserved almond-lemon balm mixture.

Step 12
~2 min

Garnish with lemon balm blossoms, if available.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Blanch the snow peas for a minute before stir-frying for a brighter green color.

Add a splash of lemon juice for extra tang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The almond mixture can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled salmon or chicken.

Serve over rice or quinoa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Salmon
Roast Chicken

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Asian inspired

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Asian stir-fry with European herbs.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Dinner Party
Healthy Eating

Popularity Score

65/100

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