Pacific Northwest Stir Fried Asparagus Sugar Snap Peas

Bright, fresh, and packed with flavor, this Pacific Northwest Stir Fried Asparagus and Sugar Snap Peas recipe is a celebration of crisp spring vegetables and bold Asian-inspired flavors. Perfectly tender asparagus and sweet sugar snap peas are stir-fried with fragrant garlic and ginger, then tossed in a savory-sweet sauce featuring soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and a tangy touch of rice vinegar. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds texture and nuttiness to this vibrant dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy vegetable stir-fry makes an ideal side dish or a light, wholesome meal when served over steamed rice. Perfect for weeknight cooking, it’s a delicious way to showcase seasonal produce with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams asparagus
• 200 grams sugar snap peas
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Rinse the sugar snap peas and remove any tough strings along the seams.

Step 3

Mince the garlic and finely grate the ginger.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Set the sauce aside.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.

Step 7

Add the asparagus to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to become slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 8

Stir in the sugar snap peas and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are bright green and cooked to your desired tenderness.

Step 9

Pour the sauce into the skillet and toss to evenly coat the vegetables. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.

Step 10

Season with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper if desired.

Step 11

Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds as a garnish.

Step 12

Serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(608.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	670.2

Total Fat 44.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1443.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 215.0mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 826.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 30.6%