Nutmeg Free Buttered Peas
Buttered peas are one of those quietly perfect side dishes that somehow make everything on the plate taste better. Sweet, bright green peas get tossed in melted butter with softened shallot, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a little black pepper — simple ingredients that come together into something genuinely craveable. A lot of classic pea recipes lean on warm spices like nutmeg to add depth, but this version proves you don't need it; the shallot brings gentle savory sweetness, and the lemon lifts everything without overpowering the natural flavor of the peas. Optional torn mint leaves add a fresh, herby finish that makes the dish feel a little more special. It comes together in just one pan and a handful of minutes, making it an easy go-to alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a simple weeknight pasta. The glossy, buttery finish looks far more impressive than the effort involved.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
- 2
Drain the peas through a colander and return the empty saucepan to the stove over medium-low heat.
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