Snow Peas with Mushrooms

Snow peas are one of the favorite vegetables of Chinese cooks. Snow peas and mushrooms are a classic combination in Chinese cuisine because they harmonize the yin and yang qualities. This dish may be prepared with either fresh or dried mushrooms. If you like it hot, add a few fresh or dried chilies (cut lengthwise with seeds and fibers removed) to the oil before cooking the mushrooms, and let them scorch before adding the mushrooms. You may also prepare this dish exactly the s