Spicy pork noodle soup

Noodles and broth are an ever-compelling combination. This particular union nestles thin ramen or soba noodles into a spicy, porky broth, darkened and deepened with turmeric and cumin. The dish capitalizes on spring’s best scallions and sweet snow peas, but succeeds in any season. Come summer, tomatoes or corn could take the place of the snow peas, slipping into the hot broth just before serving. In the cooler months, thinly sliced, frost-bitten winter greens or cabbage are both solid choices.