Name: Sesame Peas and Kale
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 large handfuls of chopped kale; 1 cup green peas; 1 Tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp mirin; 1 tsp rice vinegar; 1 garlic clove, minced (optional); 1 tsp sesame oil; 2 tsp sesame seeds; 1 spring onion, chopped (optional)

Sesame Peas and Kale

14 May 2026

by Dinna

Prep Time

1 minute

Cook Time

4 minutes

Total Time

5 minutes

Background

This sesame peas and kale is a quick, fresh side dish with simple Japanese-inspired flavours. It comes together in just 5 minutes, making it ideal when you need something fast and full of flavour. It works well with teriyaki chicken, grilled fish, or other simple mains. You can serve it warm or at room temperature. It also makes a great addition to a bento box or packed lunch.

Ingredients

2 large handfuls of chopped kale
1 cup green peas
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp mirin
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tsp sesame seeds
1 spring onion, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Steam the kale and peas over boiling water for about 5 minutes, until tender but still bright.
Meanwhile, mix the soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic (if using) in a small bowl.
Taste and adjust the dressing if needed.
Transfer the steamed vegetables to a serving bowl and pour over the dressing.
Toss well to coat.
Finish with sesame seeds and spring onion.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish.

https://cooktogether.com/recipe-items/sesame-peas-and-kale/

Lemon and Poppy Seed Oat Cookies

Cook Time : 00:00 Min

Tempeh and Buckwheat Salad

Servings : 4
Cook Time : 01:00 Min

Herby Roast Beef with Roasted Vegetables

Servings : 2
Cook Time : 00:10 Min

Anchovy and Halloumi Frittata

Servings : 2
Cook Time : 00:15 Min

Shiitake, Broad Bean and Rice Salad

Servings : 4
Cook Time : 00:35 Min

Mexican-Style Leftover Roast Beef Stew

Recent Recipes

Lemon and Poppy Seed Oat Cookies

These lemon and poppy seed oat cookies are a simple...

Recipe by Wholeness |
Tempeh and Buckwheat Salad

This tempeh and buckwheat salad is a quick, satisfying meal...

Recipe by Dinna |
Herby Roast Beef with Roasted Vegetables

This herby roast beef is a classic Sunday lunch dish...

Recipe by Dinna |
Anchovy and Halloumi Frittata

This anchovy and halloumi frittata is a simple, satisfying dish...

Recipe by Dinna |