Mussel-ing In
A deliciously aromatic mussel curry.
Ingredients
8
leaves
sprigs cilantro
and stems separated and roughly chopped
4
cloves
mediumgarlic
sliced thinly
2
small shallots
thinly sliced
1/2
tsp
coriander seeds
1/2
tsp
Red Chili flakes
1
tsp
lemon zest
1
tbsp
Lemon juice
Salt
15
ounces
coconut milk
1
tbsp
vegetable oil
1
tsp
Thai green curry paste
1
tsp
brown sugar
1
tbsp
fish sauce
2
pounds
mussels
de bearded
1
Serrano chili
thinly sliced
Instructions
Mix the cilantro stems, half of the garlic, half of the shallots, the coriander seeds, the dried chili, lime zest and a pinch of salt together.
Pound this mixture into smooth paste using a mortar and pestle.
Add two tablespoons of the coconut milk to a saucepan over heat.
Add the oil and fry the rest of the garlic, shallots, store bought curry paste and the pounded paste and sauté for four minutes.
Then, pour in the coconut milk, sugar and fish sauce.
Cook for three minutes.
Add the mussels and cook, stirring constantly until the mussels open.
Add the cilantro leaves, fresh chili and lime juice and serve!