Coconut And Basil Steamed Mussels Recipe

Name: Coconut And Basil Steamed Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons canola oil; 1/4 cup minced shallots; 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic; 1 cup light coconut milk; 2/3 cup water; 1/3 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup torn fresh basil; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon fish sauce; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Sriracha (hot chile sauce, such as Huy Fong); 24 mussels (about 1 pound), scrubbed and debearded; Thinly sliced basil (optional)

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 cup minced shallots
2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
1 cup light coconut milk
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup torn fresh basil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Sriracha (hot chile sauce, such as Huy Fong)
24 mussels (about 1 pound), scrubbed and debearded
Thinly sliced basil (optional)

1
Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add oil to pan, swirling to coat. Add shallots and garlic to pan; cook 2 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Stir in coconut milk and next 7 ingredients (through Sriracha); bring to a boil. Add mussels to pan; cover and cook 5 minutes or until shells open. Discard any unopened shells.
2
Remove mussels from pan with a slotted spoon, reserving broth mixture. Divide mussels between 2 serving bowls; keep warm. Bring broth mixture to a boil; cook 5 minutes. Pour 1 cup sauce over each bowl. Sprinkle with sliced basil, if desired.
3
Combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup jasmine rice, 1 teaspoon butter, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 thinly sliced green onion in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

105

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons canola oil, 1/4 cup minced shallots, 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic, 1 cup light coconut milk, and more.

Yes, Coconut And Basil Steamed 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.

Coconut And Basil Steamed Mussels

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