Whenever we go out for Chinese food, my friends always order this vegetable dish from the 'secret' menu. It is so yummy and different and probably pretty good for you because it is as green as spinach. I've been scouring the vegetable aisle for months trying to figure out what exactly the stuff is. Lo and behold, today I found it at Superstore. Of course I didn't know exactly until I actually cooked it, but there was no mistaking it. They are snow pea shoots! Yumm yumm!
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Directions
Toss the strips of chicken breast with the cornstarch in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle with the sesame oil and toss until evenly mixed.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Stir in the chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in the pea shoots just until wilted; pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook and stir a few minutes until the chicken broth has thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
171 calories; 10.2 g total fat; 33 mg cholesterol; 212 mg sodium. 6.4 g carbohydrates; 13.9 g protein; Full Nutrition
I am one of those annoying people that rate a recipe even though not following the recipe exactly. I always read reviews first just to find out what others think of this recipe and I used suggestions. I doubled the amount of sesame oil and am glad I did because it wasn't super strong and I love the flavor of sesame oil. I also added 3 cloves more garlic another bunch of pea shoots used homemade veggie broth in lieu of the chicken broth half a small onion diced some ginger soy sauce some sherry and a bit of sucanet to sweeten it up (I don't use regular sugar - only Sucanet which is also knows as Rapidura). I thought this was so delicious and I wouldn't hesitate to eat this again and again! I do think that the flavor would have been lacking but I think it has great potential to add flavors that you enjoy. I also served this up with Lundberg Wild Blend (a combination of long grain brown rice sweet brown rice Wehani Black Japonica and Wild Rice). I would have used another rice (Brown Basmati is my preferred) however the one I used needed to be used up. Really you should try this it is FANTASTIC!Read More
I really had to think about if this was 3 stars or 4. I am giving it 4 stars because - although it was bland - I knew it would be by looking at the ingredients. The sesame oil in the chicken is excellent - I would double it next time. It really doesn't need the 3/4 Cup broth - as the Pea Shoots wilt quickly (like spinach) and release a lot of water. If I were to make this again - I would add more sesame oil to the chicken along with some garlic chili paste also fresh ginger along with the garlic - add no or just a tiny bit of broth or water - a pinch of salt or soy sauce and a pinch of sugar to bring out the flavors.Read More
I am one of those annoying people that rate a recipe even though not following the recipe exactly. I always read reviews first just to find out what others think of this recipe and I used suggestions. I doubled the amount of sesame oil and am glad I did because it wasn't super strong and I love the flavor of sesame oil. I also added 3 cloves more garlic another bunch of pea shoots used homemade veggie broth in lieu of the chicken broth half a small onion diced some ginger soy sauce some sherry and a bit of sucanet to sweeten it up (I don't use regular sugar - only Sucanet which is also knows as Rapidura). I thought this was so delicious and I wouldn't hesitate to eat this again and again! I do think that the flavor would have been lacking but I think it has great potential to add flavors that you enjoy. I also served this up with Lundberg Wild Blend (a combination of long grain brown rice sweet brown rice Wehani Black Japonica and Wild Rice). I would have used another rice (Brown Basmati is my preferred) however the one I used needed to be used up. Really you should try this it is FANTASTIC!Read More
This was simple and good. You can alter the amounts to your taste. The main thing I think is knowing these are called snow pea or snap pea shoots and getting a little green in your diet!Read More
I was pleasantly surprised by how yummy this was. I had gotten pea shoots in my csa box this week and did not know what to do with them. Can't wait to make it again!Read More
Easy and very tasty. We added mushrooms and sugar snap peas along with pea shoots. Tasted like the Chinese place down the road without the MSG. Served with basmati rice eggrolls springrolls and gyoza.Read More
Very mild dish but one that compliments the other dishes on the menu. I forgot to get pea shoots but I continued with the recipe anyway:) Due to dietary concerns I used spelt flour instead of cornstarch but added a tablespoon of arrowroot powder with the broth to thicken the sauce. Delicious - especially when paired with Kale and Adzuki Beans (on this site) and served with rice. Next time I'll add more garlic and maybe ginger and other spices if I plan to serve alone. Very nice and flexible dinner.Read More
Totally skipped the pea shoots took advice from others doubled the sesame threw in a dollop of soy sauce some chili powder salt and pepper and chopped up a bit more garlic and onions (yes totally changed the whole thing around lol) but it actually came out great - quick and easy with rice and gave me a good concept of something to throw together in 15/20 minutes!Read More
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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I really had to think about if this was 3 stars or 4. I am giving it 4 stars because - although it was bland - I knew it would be by looking at the ingredients. The sesame oil in the chicken is excellent - I would double it next time. It really doesn't need the 3/4 Cup broth - as the Pea Shoots wilt quickly (like spinach) and release a lot of water. If I were to make this again - I would add more sesame oil to the chicken along with some garlic chili paste also fresh ginger along with the garlic - add no or just a tiny bit of broth or water - a pinch of salt or soy sauce and a pinch of sugar to bring out the flavors.
I am one of those annoying people that rate a recipe even though not following the recipe exactly. I always read reviews first just to find out what others think of this recipe and I used suggestions. I doubled the amount of sesame oil and am glad I did because it wasn't super strong and I love the flavor of sesame oil. I also added 3 cloves more garlic another bunch of pea shoots used homemade veggie broth in lieu of the chicken broth half a small onion diced some ginger soy sauce some sherry and a bit of sucanet to sweeten it up (I don't use regular sugar - only Sucanet which is also knows as Rapidura). I thought this was so delicious and I wouldn't hesitate to eat this again and again! I do think that the flavor would have been lacking but I think it has great potential to add flavors that you enjoy. I also served this up with Lundberg Wild Blend (a combination of long grain brown rice sweet brown rice Wehani Black Japonica and Wild Rice). I would have used another rice (Brown Basmati is my preferred) however the one I used needed to be used up. Really you should try this it is FANTASTIC!
This was simple and good. You can alter the amounts to your taste. The main thing I think is knowing these are called snow pea or snap pea shoots and getting a little green in your diet!
I was pleasantly surprised by how yummy this was. I had gotten pea shoots in my csa box this week and did not know what to do with them. Can't wait to make it again!
Easy and very tasty. We added mushrooms and sugar snap peas along with pea shoots. Tasted like the Chinese place down the road without the MSG. Served with basmati rice eggrolls springrolls and gyoza.
Very mild dish but one that compliments the other dishes on the menu. I forgot to get pea shoots but I continued with the recipe anyway:) Due to dietary concerns I used spelt flour instead of cornstarch but added a tablespoon of arrowroot powder with the broth to thicken the sauce. Delicious - especially when paired with Kale and Adzuki Beans (on this site) and served with rice. Next time I'll add more garlic and maybe ginger and other spices if I plan to serve alone. Very nice and flexible dinner.
Totally skipped the pea shoots took advice from others doubled the sesame threw in a dollop of soy sauce some chili powder salt and pepper and chopped up a bit more garlic and onions (yes totally changed the whole thing around lol) but it actually came out great - quick and easy with rice and gave me a good concept of something to throw together in 15/20 minutes!
