Mussels in Lemon Grass Broth Recipe

Name: Mussels in Lemon Grass Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups shrimp stock, or fish stock; 2 Kaffir lime leaves, or 1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest; 1/4 cup chopped fresh lemon grass; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon chopped shallots; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (green parts only); 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic; 11/2 teaspoons grated ginger root; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 pounds fresh mussels, well rinsed in several changes of water; 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

3 cups shrimp stock, or fish stock
2 Kaffir lime leaves, or 1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest
1/4 cup chopped fresh lemon grass
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped shallots
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon chopped green onions (green parts only)
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
11/2 teaspoons grated ginger root
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 pounds fresh mussels, well rinsed in several changes of water
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro

1
For the lemon grass broth: In a medium, heavy pot, combine all the ingredients and bring to a boil.
2
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until reduced to 1 cup in volume, 20 to 25 minutes.
3
Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a clean saucepan.
4
In a heavy, medium pot, heat the olive oil and sesame oil over medium-high heat to smoking.
5
Add green the onions, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes, stir, and cook for 5 seconds.
6
Add the mussels and stir to coat.
7
Cover and cook for 2 minutes.
8
Add the lemon grass broth, cover, and cook for 1 minute.
9
Add the coconut milk and cilantro, and stir well to combine.
10
Cook until the coconut milk is just warmed through, 15 seconds.
11
Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups shrimp stock, or fish stock, 2 Kaffir lime leaves, or 1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest, 1/4 cup chopped fresh lemon grass, 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Mussels in Lemon Grass Broth 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.

Mussels in Lemon Grass Broth

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