Chef Emeril's Asian-Inspired Mussels Recipe

Name: Chef Emeril's Asian-Inspired Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups shrimp stock; 2 Kaffir lime leaves; 1/4 cup chopped lemon grass; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon chopped shallots; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon chopped scallions; 1 pound fresh mussels, scrubbed well and beards removed; 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

3 cups shrimp stock
2 Kaffir lime leaves
1/4 cup chopped lemon grass
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped shallots
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon chopped scallions
1 pound fresh mussels, scrubbed well and beards removed
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves

1
For the broth, bring all ingredients to a simmer.
2
Reduce to 1 cup and strain.
3
Set aside.
4
In a large saucepan, heat the sesame oil and olive oil over high heat until smoking.
5
Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, ginger and scallions and stir for 5 seconds.
6
Add the mussels and stir to coat.
7
Cover the saucepan and allow to cook for 2 minutes.
8
Add the lemon grass broth, and cook, still covered, for 2 more minutes, or until heated through and mussels are beginning to open.
9
Add the coconut milk and cilantro and stir to combine well.
10
Divide the mussels among 2 large bowls and ladle the broth over all.
11
Serve immediately.

330

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups shrimp stock, 2 Kaffir lime leaves, 1/4 cup chopped lemon grass, 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Chef Emeril's Asian-Inspired Mussels falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chef Emeril's Asian-Inspired Mussels

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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