Steamed Mussels In Thai Broth Recipe

Name: Steamed Mussels In Thai Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 stalks lemon grass, trimmed of woody ends and roughly chopped; 2 shallots, chopped; 6 cloves garlic, chopped; 3 tablespoons red curry paste; 1/4 cup tom yum; 2 cups sake; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 quarts chicken stock or canned chicken broth; 4 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded; 1 medium tomato, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 kaffir lime leaf or a 2-inch piece of lime zest; 1/2 tablespoon chopped cilantro, for garnish; 1/2 tablespoon chopped basil, for garnish; 1/2 tablespoon chopped mint, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 stalks lemon grass, trimmed of woody ends and roughly chopped
2 shallots, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons red curry paste
1/4 cup tom yum
2 cups sake
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 quarts chicken stock or canned chicken broth
4 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded
1 medium tomato, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 kaffir lime leaf or a 2-inch piece of lime zest
1/2 tablespoon chopped cilantro, for garnish
1/2 tablespoon chopped basil, for garnish
1/2 tablespoon chopped mint, for garnish

1
In a large (6-quart) pot over medium-low heat, combine mint, cilantro, basil, lemon grass, shallots, garlic, curry paste and tom yum.
2
Stir until herb leaves wilt, about 5 minutes.
3
Add sake, lemon juice and stock.
4
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
5
Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Strain broth into another large pot.
7
Add mussels, tomato and kaffir lime leaf.
8
Cover, and place over high heat.
9
Cook until mussels open, about 5 minutes.
10
Transfer to serving bowls, and garnish with chopped cilantro, basil and mint.
11
Serve immediately.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, 2 stalks lemon grass, trimmed of woody ends and roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Steamed Mussels In Thai 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.

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Steamed Mussels In Thai Broth

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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