Thai Green Curry Mussels
Thai curry mussels is a delicious and flavorful seafood dish that combines the briny taste of fresh mussels with the bold flavors of Thai cuisine. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a dinner party, and is surprisingly easy to make.
Prepare for an explosion of bold flavors and textures. If you are looking for a dish that is easy to make, is packed with protein and full of flavor, this is the perfect recipe.
The green curry paste is key here. It is a fragrant blend of herbs and spices commonly used in Thai cuisine. The paste is mixed with fish sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and coconut milk, creating a rich and creamy dressing perfect for mussels.
The dish is finished with a squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh coriander, adding a bright and refreshing flavor.
Thai Green Curry Mussels
Ingredients
- 1 kg mussels
- 1 tsp green curry paste
- 1/2 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cm grated ginger (~3/4 inch)
- 1/2 chili pepper
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 1/2 lime
- fresh coriander
Instructions
Preparing the mussels
- To prepare the mussels, start by scrubbing them thoroughly and removing any beards or debris. Discard any mussels that are cracked or open.
Thai Green Curry Sauce
- Heat the curry paste, ginger, soy sauce, and fish sauce in a wok, then add the coconut milk and lime juice.
- When the sauce starts to boil, add the mussels, the coriander leaves, and the thinly sliced chili pepper. Cover, is you wish, and cook everything for 2-3 minutes over high heat until all the mussels have opened.
Notes
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