Thai Steamed Mussels Recipe

Delicious and easy spicy Thai steamed mussels that can be finished in just thirty minutes.
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Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time45 Min
Ready In1 Hr 5 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings5
CuisineCourse
Speciality, , , , Main Ingredient
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Ingredients

 Fresh mussels5 Pound, scrubbed (debearded)
 Fresh lime juice1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 Canned unsweetened coconut milk13 1⁄2 Ounce
 Dry white wine1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 Thai red curry paste1 1⁄2 Tablespoon
 Minced garlic1 1⁄2 Tablespoon
 Asian fish sauce1 Tablespoon
 White sugar1 Tablespoon
 Chopped cilantro2 Cup (32 tbs) (fresh)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 195 Calories from Fat 149

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 17 g25.4%

Saturated Fat 13.7 g68.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 626.6 mg26.1%

Total Carbohydrates 12 g4%

Dietary Fiber 0.66 g2.7%

Sugars 3.7 g

Protein 4 g7.2%

Vitamin A 24.4% Vitamin C 22.9%

Calcium 2.3% Iron 2.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. In a large stock pot, combine the lime juice, coconut milk, wine, curry paste, garlic, fish sauce and sugar. Stir to dissolve sugar and curry paste and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 2 minutes then add mussels. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until mussels are opened, 5 to 8 minutes.

2. Remove from the heat and discard any unopened mussels. Pour mussels and liquid into a serving dish and toss with cilantro.
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