Spicy Steamed Mussels Recipe

Name: Spicy Steamed Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds mussels, washed and beards removed; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (2-inch piece) ginger, minced; 2 serrano chile peppers, seeded and diced; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1/2 cup white wine; 1/4 cup water; 3 tablespoons heavy cream; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves chopped; 3 scallions, sliced; 1 lime, zested and juiced; 1 large ciabatta loaf, sliced into 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

2 pounds mussels, washed and beards removed
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (2-inch piece) ginger, minced
2 serrano chile peppers, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons heavy cream
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves chopped
3 scallions, sliced
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 large ciabatta loaf, sliced into 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices
2 tablespoons olive oil

1
Pick through the washed mussels making sure that they are all tightly closed and all of the beards have been removed.
2
Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
3
When the oil is hot, add the onions, garlic, and ginger and saute until translucent but not brown, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the chiles, curry powder, and coriander and cook for 2 more minutes.
5
Add the wine and the water and bring to a boil.
6
Once the mixture is boiling, add the mussels and cover.
7
Steam the mussels for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they have all opened.
8
Remove the mussels from the heat and discard any that are not open.
9
Place the mussels in a large serving platter, cover to keep warm.
10
Return the pan to the heat, add the cream, season with pepper, to taste, and bring to a simmer.
11
Add the cilantro, scallions, lime zest and juice.
12
Pour the liquid over the top of the mussels.
13
Preheat a grill pan to medium-high heat.
14
Drizzle the bread with olive oil and grill 1 minute per side.
15
Serve with the steamed mussels.

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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: 2 pounds mussels, washed and beards removed, 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 large onion, diced, 4 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

Spicy Steamed Mussels

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