- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 3/4 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed
- 1/2 cup water
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté shallots, ginger, and garlic, stirring, 1 minute.
- Add peas and sauté, stirring, 2 minutes. Add water and simmer, stirring occasionally, until peas are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.