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Thai-Style Mussels with Coconut & Lemongrass

Thai-Style Mussels with Coconut & Lemongrass You’ll Love

Enjoy a flavorful and quick dinner with Thai-Style Mussels with Coconut & Lemongrass.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mussels
  • 1 pound Fresh Mussels Ensure they are tightly closed before cooking.
For the Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Or Safflower Oil
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with onion if needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic cloves provide best flavor.
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass Finely chopped or use lemon zest.
  • 1 whole Fresh Hot Chile Adjust for heat preference.
  • 1 can Unsweetened Coconut Milk Ensure it is unsweetened.
For the Finish
  • 1 whole Lime Zest & Juice Fresh lime is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Asian Fish Sauce Soy sauce can be used for vegetarian option.
  • handful Fresh Cilantro Leaves Substitute with parsley if desired.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 1 pound of fresh mussels under cold water, scrub shells clean, and discard any that are open.
  2. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Add 1 finely chopped shallot, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 finely chopped stalk of lemongrass along with a sliced fresh hot chile. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour in 1 can of unsweetened coconut milk, bring to a simmer, then add mussels and cover. Steam for 5-10 minutes until mussels open.
  4. Remove from heat, transfer mussels to bowls, stir in lime zest, juice, fish sauce, and cilantro into the broth, then ladle over mussels. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat.

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