Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad Recipe
If you love fresh and spicy flavors, this Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad Recipe is perfect for you.
Ingredients
- 3 cups snap peas trimmed
- 2 tablespoons chili crisp sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or mint
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Boil Water
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for blanching snap peas.
Prepare Ice Bath
- Fill a bowl with ice water to stop cooking after blanching.
Blanch Snap Peas
- Add snap peas to boiling water for 1–2 minutes until bright green and crisp.
Shock in Ice
- Immediately transfer snap peas to ice bath. Cool completely to retain crunch.
Drain Snap Peas
- Drain well in a colander. Pat dry with paper towels.
Make Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine chili crisp, soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame oil. Whisk well.
Toss Salad
- Place snap peas in large mixing bowl. Pour dressing over them and toss gently to coat.
Add Nuts and Seeds
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped peanuts over salad. Mix lightly.
Add Herbs
- Add chopped cilantro or mint. Toss briefly for fresh flavor.
Serve Fresh
- Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately for best crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust chili crisp amount for desired heat level.
- Use lime juice instead of rice vinegar for citrusy flavor.
- Add thinly sliced red bell peppers for color and sweetness.
- Top with crispy fried shallots for crunch.
- Use roasted cashews instead of peanuts for variation.
- Serve immediately to maintain snap peas’ crunch.