Steamed Mussels With Thai-Style Coconut-Curry Broth

Name: Steamed Mussels With Thai-Style Coconut-Curry Broth Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 sprigs cilantro, leaves and stems roughly chopped and reserved separately; 4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 2 small shallots, thinly sliced; 1/2 teaspoon whole coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon dried Thai chilies or red chili flakes; 1 teaspoon zest plus 1 tablespoon juice from 1 lime (plus additional limes for serving); Kosher salt; 1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk (do not shake before opening); 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil; 1 tablespoon Thai green curry paste; 1 tablespoon brown or palm sugar; 1 tablespoon fish sauce, plus more to taste; 2 pounds mussels (see note); 1 small Thai or Serrano chili, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

8 sprigs cilantro, leaves and stems roughly chopped and reserved separately
4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 small shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon dried Thai chilies or red chili flakes
1 teaspoon zest plus 1 tablespoon juice from 1 lime (plus additional limes for serving)
Kosher salt
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk (do not shake before opening)
1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
1 tablespoon Thai green curry paste
1 tablespoon brown or palm sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce, plus more to taste
2 pounds mussels (see note)
1 small Thai or Serrano chili, thinly sliced

1
Combine cilantro stems, half of garlic, half of shallot, coriander seed, dried chili, lime zest and a small pinch of kosher salt in a mortar and pestle. Pound and grind until a smooth paste is formed.
2
Scoop 2 tablespoons of thick cream from the top of the can of coconut milk and add to a large saucepan. Add oil and heat over medium heat until shimmering and sputtering. Add remaining garlic and shallots, pounded paste, and the store-bought curry paste. Cook, stirring and scraping the paste around the bottom of the pan until very aromatic, about 4 minutes. Add remaining contents of coconut milk can, sugar, and fish sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until rich and aromatic, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with more fish sauce as desired.
3
Add mussels, stir, cover, and cook, shaking pan constantly and peeking every 30 seconds to stir. As soon as all the mussels are open, stir in chopped cilantro leaves, fresh chili, and lime juice. Serve immediately, with additional limes at the table.

185

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 sprigs cilantro, leaves and stems roughly chopped and reserved separately, 4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced, 2 small shallots, thinly sliced, 1/2 teaspoon whole coriander seeds, and more.

Yes, Steamed Mussels With Thai-Style Coconut-Curry Broth Recipe 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 With Thai-Style Coconut-Curry Broth Recipe

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