Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad Recipe
Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad is a fresh and flavorful dish with a spicy twist. This Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad recipe is simple to make and full of crunchy, bright vegetables.
Ingredients
- 3 cups snap peas trimmed
- 2 tablespoons chili crisp sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Optional: crushed peanuts for garnish
Instructions
Blanch the Snap Peas
- Bring a pot of water to boil. Add snap peas for 1–2 minutes, then drain and cool immediately.
Prepare the Dressing
- In a small saucepan, combine chili crisp, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil and honey. Heat gently.
Mix Dressing and Snap Peas
- Pour the warm dressing over the snap peas in a large bowl. Toss well to coat evenly.
Add Green Onions
- Slice 2 green onions and add to the salad. Mix gently with the snap peas and dressing.
Add Sesame Seeds
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sesame seeds over the salad. Toss lightly to combine for extra flavor.
Optional Garnish
- Add crushed peanuts on top if desired for crunch and extra taste.
Chill Before Serving
- Refrigerate the salad for 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Serve the Salad
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Enjoy the crisp texture and spicy-sweet flavor in every bite.
Notes
- Trim snap peas evenly for a better presentation and texture.
- Blanch peas quickly to keep them crisp and bright green.
- Adjust chili crisp amount based on desired spice level.
- Use honey or sugar to balance the heat if needed.
- Toss salad gently to avoid bruising snap peas.