Asparagus With Curry Butter - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 teaspoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon curry powder (see Tip)
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 shallot, finely diced
1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

Preparation

Combine butter, curry powder, lemon juice and salt in a small bowl, creating a curry butter.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
Add asparagus and cook, stirring, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
Stir the curry butter into the asparagus; toss to coat and serve.