Ingredients

  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 lb sugar snap peas, trimmed
  • 1/2 lb snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 cup frozen green peas (5 oz), thawed

Method

  • Cook shallots in butter in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, until softened.
  • Add spices and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Add broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in all peas and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.