Stir Fried Snow Peas and Mushrooms

Ingredients and Weight:

• Snow Peas: 500g (1.1 lb)
• Fresh Mushrooms: 300g (6.6 lb)
• Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
• Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Sugar: 1 teaspoon
• Chicken Broth or Stock: 1 cup
• Seasoning Sauce (like oyster sauce or soy sauce): 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 15 minutes
• Total: 35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the snow peas by removing the strings and ends. Set aside.
2. Clean and slice the mushrooms into thin pieces.
3. In a hot wok or skillet, add vegetable oil and heat to high.
4. Add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add snow peas and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Add the mushrooms and continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
7. Pour chicken broth or stock into the pan and add seasoning sauce, salt, and sugar. Adjust seasoning according to taste.
8. Stir-fry until all the ingredients are well-combined and the sauce has reduced slightly.
9. Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

(Based on available information, actual nutritional content may vary)

• Calories: 250 kcal per serving (assuming 8 servings)
• Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and appetizing appearance with a combination of green snow peas and brown mushrooms.
• Texture: Snow peas remain crunchy while the mushrooms become tender and soft during the cooking process.
• Taste: The dish has a savory flavor with a balance of garlic and ginger flavors, enhanced by the chicken broth and seasoning sauce.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was delicious! The combination of snow peas and mushrooms was unique and refreshing."
2. "The stir-fry was nicely executed, with perfect balance of flavors and textures."
3. "I love the use of garlic and ginger in this dish, it gives it a great Asian flavor."
4. "The dish was quite filling, yet still light and not overly heavy."
5. "The portion size was perfect for a meal, not too much or too little."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh snow peas for best results as frozen ones may lose their crispness after stir-frying.
• Adjust seasoning according to personal preference, adding more salt or seasoning sauce if desired.
• Stir-frying over high heat is essential to ensure even cooking and to maintain the crunchiness of the snow peas.