Green pea stir fry with kesap manis sauce
2 servings
15 minutes
This stir-fry of green peas with kesap manis sauce is a vibrant, aromatic dish inspired by Chinese culinary traditions. Crispy peas and the sweet-spicy kesap manis create a harmony of flavors, complemented by the pungency of garlic and the freshness of red pepper. This dish originated in the street stalls of Southeast Asia, where simplicity and speed of preparation have always been key. Stir-frying in a wok gives the ingredients a light caramelization, revealing their best flavor qualities. This stir-fry can be served as a side dish to meat or poultry or as a standalone vegetable dish with fluffy rice. Its light yet rich taste makes it an ideal choice for lovers of Eastern cuisine and healthy eating.
1
Heat peanut oil in a wok and sauté finely chopped garlic for about a minute to prevent it from burning.
- Peanut oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 g
2
Add whole green peas (it's better to use almost flat Kenyan ones for this dish, not the seasonal thick ones) and sliced red bell pepper.
- Snap peas: 200 g
- Fresh red bell pepper: 1 piece
3
Fry for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
4
Add kesap manis and mix well
- Kecap manis (sweet soy sauce): 3 tablespoons
5
Serve as a side dish with meat or poultry, or as a vegetable stir-fry with rice.
