Brown Buttered Sugar Snap Peas with Pecans
Elevate your side dish game with these Brown Buttered Sugar Snap Peas with Pecans, a perfect marriage of crisp-tender sugar snap peas and the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter. Tossed with toasted pecans, fragrant garlic, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, this recipe delivers an irresistible mix of textures and flavors that’s ready in just 20 minutes. The buttery caramelized pecans add a delightful crunch, while the bright lemon balances the richness for a beautifully balanced dish. Quick, easy, and effortlessly gourmet, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a stunning vegetable side for holiday gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams sugar snap peas
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 100 grams pecan halves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the sugar snap peas by removing the tough stem and pulling off any string along the edge.
Step 2
Roughly chop the pecan halves into smaller pieces and set them aside.
Step 3
Finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 4
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Allow it to cook until it develops a golden-brown color and a nutty aroma, about 3-4 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Step 5
Once the butter is browned, add the minced garlic and chopped pecans to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously, until the pecans are toasted and the garlic is fragrant.
Step 6
Add the sugar snap peas to the skillet and toss to coat them in the brown butter mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are vibrant green and slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, if needed.
Step 8
Transfer the sugar snap peas to a serving dish and garnish with additional chopped pecans, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (630.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1481.7 |
| Total Fat 120.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 124mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1491.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 80.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.5g | |
| Protein 31.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 204.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 467.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories