Soy-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry
A quick and vibrant stir fry featuring crisp snow peas and earthy mushrooms tossed in a savory soy glaze with garlic and sesame. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 17 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, sliced shiitake mushrooms, canola oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 2 cups, sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp, for garnish toasted sesame seeds
- 2, thinly sliced for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 3 cups of trimmed snow peas and 2 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms to the wok. Stir-fry vigorously for 3-4 minutes until the snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender and mushrooms are softened.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Pour this sauce over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 4: Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 17 minutes (10 min prep + 7 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Soy-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep trimmed snow peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Soy-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Soy-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
