Crispy Garlic Butter Peas with Thyme
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoonbutter
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 3 cupfrozen peas
- 4 sprigsfresh thyme
- ·kosher salt
- ·black pepper
- ½lemon
Prep
- 01
Mince 4 cloves garlic.
- 02
Cut 1/2 lemon into a wedge for juicing.
Method
- 01
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 02
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
- 03
Pour in 3 cups frozen peas and 4 sprigs fresh thyme. Stir to coat evenly in butter.
- 04
Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until peas are bright green and heated through. Some peas will turn golden and crispy at the edges.
- 05
Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- 06
Squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon over the pan, stir, and serve immediately.
Spice Tips
For depth, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when you add the garlic. A grating of nutmeg stirred in at the end adds subtle warmth. Try a small splash of balsamic vinegar instead of lemon for earthier brightness.
Frozen peas work perfectly here and skip the thawing step. For a grain base, serve over buttered toast, polenta, or couscous. This is also a great side dish for roasted chicken or fish.