Thai Red Curry Mussels Recipe

Name: Thai Red Curry Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tomatoes, Seeded And Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Garlic, Pressed Or Minced; 1/2 Tablespoons Ginger, grated; 1 can (14 Oz. Size) Lite Coconut Milk; 2 Tablespoons Thai Red Curry Paste; 1/4 cups Fresh Cilantro, Chopped, Divided; 1- 1/2 pound Mussels, Debeared And Scrubbed (about 30 Mussels); 1/4 cups Thai Basil Leaves; 1 Tablespoon Thai Fish Sauce; 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice; 1 loaf French Bread For Dipping (optional)

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tomatoes, Seeded And Chopped
1 Tablespoon Garlic, Pressed Or Minced
1/2 Tablespoons Ginger, grated
1 can (14 Oz. Size) Lite Coconut Milk
2 Tablespoons Thai Red Curry Paste
1/4 cups Fresh Cilantro, Chopped, Divided
1- 1/2 pound Mussels, Debeared And Scrubbed (about 30 Mussels)
1/4 cups Thai Basil Leaves
1 Tablespoon Thai Fish Sauce
1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
1 loaf French Bread For Dipping (optional)

1
Melt butter in a large wok over medium heat.
2
Add tomatoes, garlic and ginger and saute for about 2 minutes.
3
Pour in the coconut milk and red curry paste.
4
Add in half the cilantro.
5
Stir to combine.
6
Let simmer for a couple of minutes.
7
Add mussels.
8
Cover wok and continue to cook until the mussels open.
9
This should take about 5 minutes.
10
Add basil leaves, fish sauce and lime juice.
11
Cook for another minute.
12
Serve in a large bowl with a side of French bread for dipping.
13
Sprinkle the remaining cilantro on top.

135

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Butter, 2 Tomatoes, Seeded And Chopped, 1 Tablespoon Garlic, Pressed Or Minced, 1/2 Tablespoons Ginger, grated, and more.

Yes, Thai Red Curry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thai Red Curry Mussels

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Variations & substitutions

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