Pea Pods Oriental

By JJCR

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. fresh or 1 7 oz. package frozen Chinese pea pods, thawed
• 1 tbsp. salad oil
• 1 tsp. soy sauce
• 1 medium clove garlic, minced
• 1 5 oz. can (2/3 cup) bamboo shoots, drained
• 1 5 oz. can (2/3 cup) water chestnuts, drained and sliced
• 1 chicken bouillon cube
• 1 tsp. cornstarch

Preparation

Step 1

If fresh peas are used, wash and remove tips and strings. In a preheated medium-size skillet, place oil, soy sauce, and garlic. Cook over low heat till garlic has browned; add fresh or frozen peas, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts. Toss and cook over high heat for 1 minute. Dissolve bouillon cube in 1/4 cup boiling water; add to peas. Cover and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes. Combine cornstarch and 1 tsp. cold waater. Stir into peas. Cook uncovered, over high heat till thickened, about 1 minute.
Makes 4 servings


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