Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad Recipe
The Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad Recipe is fresh, crunchy and full of bold flavor. It is quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh snap peas trimmed
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Wash the Snap Peas
- Rinse snap peas under cold water. Trim the ends and remove any tough strings.
Blanch Quickly
- Boil water in a pot. Add snap peas and cook for one to two minutes only.
Cool the Peas
- Drain peas and place them in cold water. This keeps them bright green and crisp.
Prepare the Dressing
- In a small bowl, mix chili crisp, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil and minced garlic.
Drain Well
- Remove snap peas from cold water. Drain them completely using a colander.
Combine Everything
- Place snap peas in a large bowl. Pour the dressing evenly over the peas.
Toss Gently
- Mix gently using a spoon. Make sure each snap pea is coated with the dressing.
Add Toppings
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the salad. Add a small pinch of salt.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the salad carefully. Add more chili crisp if you want extra spice.
Serve Fresh
- Transfer salad to a serving bowl. Serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Add crushed peanuts for extra crunch.
- Use red pepper flakes for more heat.
- Mix in shredded carrots for color.
- Add thin cucumber slices for freshness.
- Replace honey with maple syrup if preferred.
- Serve chilled for even better taste.