Fresh Mussels Steamed in Coconut Red Curry
Discover how to stretch your food budget with these fresh aromatic Mussels Steamed in Coconut Red Curry. It's a restaurant-quality recipe that's affordable, easy to prepare, and incredibly delicious.
FreshAIG Quick Facts
- Species: Blue Mussels (Mytilus edulis)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Diet Type: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Carb
Preparation Method: A quick and gentle steam in a fragrant, simmering coconut curry broth.
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh blue mussels, scrubbed and debearded
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 lime, juiced, plus wedges for garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the shallots, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until fragrant and softened, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute until well incorporated.
- Pour in the coconut milk and fish sauce, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the prepared fresh mussels to the pot, tossing gently to coat them in the curry broth.
- Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and steam for 5 to 7 minutes, or until all the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.
- Transfer the mussels and broth to deep serving bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, and serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.
Enjoy this wholesome meal that perfectly balances flavor, nutrition, and your budget. When you source your seafood through local merchants on FreshAIG, you get more value and the piece of mind that comes from shopping local with trusted merchants.
