Stir-fried Sugar Snap Peas

== Description ==
Crispy-sweet sugar snap peas with an Asian-style sauce and toasted almonds are a snap to make and a real treat at any meal. Serve with grilled pork or poached fish, as well as with Asian entrées.
* Contributed by Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends Y-Group
* Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook, 7th Edition, © 2007 by the American Heart Association.
* Serves 4
== Ingredients ==
* 3 tbsp fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
* 1 tsp low-salt soy sauce
* ½ tsp cornstarch
* ½ tsp light brown sugar Personally I would leave the brown sugar out. Take care, Gloria
* ¼ tsp toasted sesame oil
* ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
* 8 oz sugar snap peas (about 1 cup)
* 1 medium garlic clove, minced
* 1 tbsp sliced almonds, dry-roasted
== Directions ==
# In a small bowl, whisk together the broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until the cornstarch is dissolved.
# Heat a nonstick wok or medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
# Cook the peas and garlic over medium-high heat for 1 to 2 minutes, or until tender-crisp, stirring constantly.
# Pour the broth mixture into the wok.
# Reduce the heat and simmer until thickened.
# To serve, sprinkle with the almonds.
== Notes ==
== Nutritional information ==
Per serving:
* 42 Calories | 1g Total Fat | 0g Saturated | 0.5g Polyunsaturated | 0.5g Monounsaturated | 0mg Cholesterol | 34mg Sodium | 7g Carbs, 2g Fiber | 3g Sugars | 2g Protein
* Dietary Exchange: ½ starch
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