Charred Sugar Snap Peas with Buttermilk Aioli

Ingredients for Charred Sugar Snap Peas with Buttermilk Aioli

• 1 small shallot, finely chopped

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 1 large egg yolk

• 1 garlic clove, finely grated

• 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more

• Pinch of cayenne pepper

• 120ml vegetable oil

• 2 tablespoons buttermilk

• 2 tablespoons crème fraîche

• Freshly ground black pepper

• 675g sugar snap peas, untrimmed, divided

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

• 1 tablespoon thinly sliced drained oil-packed Calabrian chillies

• Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

How to make Charred Sugar Snap Peas with Buttermilk Aioli

Mix shallot and lemon juice in a small bowl. Whisk egg yolk, garlic, kosher salt, cayenne, and 2 teaspoons water in a medium bowl. Whisking constantly, gradually drizzle in vegetable oil, drop by drop at first, until aioli is thickened and smooth. Gently mix in buttermilk, crème fraîche, and shallot mixture; season with kosher salt and black pepper.

Prepare grill for medium-high heat.

Toss half of snap peas with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium bowl; season with kosher salt and black pepper. Set a wire rack or grill basket on grill grate and grill peas on rack, turning occasionally, until lightly charred, about 4 minutes; return to bowl.

Cut raw peas in half crosswise on a diagonal and toss with grilled peas along with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with black pepper. Spoon some aioli on a platter and top with snap peas, chillies, and sea salt. (Reserve remaining buttermilk aioli for another salad, or use it as a dip.)

Do ahead: Buttermilk aioli can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

Disclaimer

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