Mussels In Yummilicious Lemongrass Broth Food

THAI-STYLE MUSSELS

Steps:

• Wash the mussels thoroughly, discarding any that aren't tightly closed.
• Trim and finely slice the spring onions, peel and finely slice the garlic. Pick and set aside the coriander leaves, then finely chop the stalks. Cut the lemongrass into 4 pieces, then finely slice the chilli.
• In a wide saucepan, heat a little groundnut oil and soften the spring onion, garlic, coriander stalks, lemongrass and most of the red chilli for around 5 minutes.
• Add the coconut milk and fish sauce and bring to the boil, then add the mussels and cover the pan.
• Steam the mussels for 5 minutes, or until they've all opened and are cooked. Discard any unopened mussels.
• Finish with a squeeze of lime juice, then sprinkle with coriander leaves and the remaining chilli to serve.

THAI MUSSELS IN A LEMONGRASS WHITE WINE SAUCE

Steps:

• Pour chicken stock into a wok or large frying pan. Note : You will also need a tight-fitting lid.
• Add the minced lemongrass (including the upper stalk), plus the lime leaves. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-high.
• Add the wine, vinegar, chilies, fish sauce , sugar and 1/2 cup chopped coriander. Stir to incorporate.
• When the sauce is gently boiling, add the mussels. Stir them in, then cover with a tight-fitting lid. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Remove lid and gently stir the mussels. If some of them still haven't opened, put the lid back on and allow to cook 1 more minute.
• Reduce heat to low and add the garlic, gently stirring it in.
• Push mussels aside to reveal the sauce. Add the dissolved cornstarch to the sauce, stirring well to incorporate. The sauce should thicken in about 30 seconds. As it thickens, gently stir the mussels to combine with the thickened sauce.
• Remove from heat. Taste-test the sauce, adding more fish sauce if not salty enough. If too salty, add a squeeze or two of lime or lemon juice. If too sour, add 1-2 more tsp. sugar. If not spicy enough, add more fresh garlic and/or fresh chili.
• When you're happy with the taste, scoop or slide mussels into a large serving bowl (or individual bowls). Pour the remaining sauce on top. Finish with generous sprinklings of fresh coriander and basil. Add lemon or lime wedges on the side.
• Serve with rice or crusty French loaf to help soak up the juices. A good white or blush wine pairs nicely with this dish. Enjoy!

MUSSELS IN LIGHT BROTH

Steps:

• In a 4-quart pot over medium heat, add the oil. Add the ginger, garlic, cumin, black peppercorns, asafoetida, and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and cilantro and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 2 cups of water and cook for 8 minutes on a low heat. Add the mussels, cover and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the mussels are opened. Remove from the heat. Transfer the mussels and broth to a serving bowl and finish with the tempered oil.
• To make the Tempered Oil:
• In a small pan over medium heat, add oil. Add the curry leaves and mustard seeds; when the mustard seeds begin to pop, remove the oil from the flame, about 30 seconds. Drizzle the oil over the mussels and broth.

MUSSELS IN WHITE WINE AND GARLIC

Steps:

• Rinse and scrub mussels under cold water.
• Using your fingers or paring knife, remove beards (strings that hang from the mussel shells), and discard.
• In a large stockpot set over medium heat, combine wine, shallots, garlic, and salt.
• Simmer 5 minutes.
• Add mussels, cover, and increase heat to high.
• Cook until all mussels are open, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in herbs and butter.
• Remove from heat.
• Divide mussels and broth among four bowls.
• Serve immediately.

MUSSELS AND CLAMS WITH SPICY TOMATO BROTH

Steps:

• 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, bay leaves, and crushed red pepper and cook until the garlic is tender and the onions are soft, about 8 minutes. Add the wine and bring to a simmer. Add the tomatoes with juices, crushing the tomatoes through your fingers, and the chiles. Simmer until the tomatoes break down, about 10 minutes.
• 2. Preheat the broiler. Add the broth and simmer,10 minutes. Meanwhile, brush the bread generously with olive oil and toast under the broiler, about 20 seconds per side. Remove and rub vigorously with 1 clove raw garlic.
• 3. Stir in the clams. Cover and cook, about 8 minutes. Add the mussels, give the pot a good stir, cover, and continue cooking until all the mussels and clams open, about 5 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
• 4. Divide the mixture among 4 bowls, discarding any unopened shellfish. Garnish with parsley and serve with the toasted bread.

MUSSELS IN SPICED BROTH

Steps:

• Crush the coriander stems in a mortar using a pestle, then put into a large pan with the coconut milk, lemongrass and ginger. Bring to the boil and simmer for 4 mins. Add the lime leaves and chillies, then stir in the coconut cream.
• Add the mussels and fish sauce, then cover with an ill-fitting lid or baking tray so that the mussels can steam, but the broth won't boil over and make a mess of your stove. Bring the liquid back to the boil, then simmer for a few mins, shaking the pot every so often so the mussels move around and open up - this should take about 3-5 mins.
• When all the mussels are open, add the lime juice but don't boil again. Taste, and if you like it, good - otherwise add more chilli for heat, more lime for sourness and more fish sauce if you think it needs salt. Spoon into bowls and sprinkle with the coriander leaves to serve.

COCONUT LIME MUSSELS

Steps:

• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and lemongrass and stir to mix well. Simmer until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the lime juice. Add the wine and stir, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits that have stuck to the bottom of the pot.
• Bring the wine mixture to a boil and cook for about 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the coconut milk. Add the mussels to the pot, discarding any that do not close to the touch, and stir gently to coat them with the liquid. Cover and cook until all the shells have opened, about 5 minutes. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
• Divide the mussels among warmed bowls and ladle in the hot broth. Garnish with the parsley or scallions and serve at once.

SAUTEED MUSSELS WITH BEER AND LEMONGRASS

Steps:

• Put the olive oil in a medium skillet over high heat. Once the oil is hot add the mussels and cook for 1 minute.
• Reduce the heat to medium and add the bell pepper, garlic, lemongrass and shallots. Stir for 1 minute and then add the beer, cream, peas, basil, lemon juice, crab base and hot sauce. Continue to stir until the mussels are completely open, then let simmer until the sauce is reduced by a quarter, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with crusty French bread, if desired.

SPICY COCONUT MUSSELS WITH LEMONGRASS

Steps:

• Heat the oil in the bottom of a large pot until hot. Add the shallot, garlic, lemongrass and chile. Cook over medium heat until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the coconut milk and mussels. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook until the mussels have opened, 5 to 7 minutes (discard any mussels that remained closed). Remove from heat, and use a slotted spoon to transfer the mussels to a large bowl, leaving the liquid in the pot. Stir the lemon zest and juice, fish sauce and cilantro into the pot. Taste and add more fish sauce and/or lemon juice if needed (fish sauce provides the salt).
• As the mussels cook, heat the broiler. Place the croissants, cut side up, on a small baking sheet. Run under the broiler until just golden. Put the mussels in two wide, shallow bowls. Ladle the broth over them and serve with the croissants.

MUSSELS IN YUMMILICIOUS LEMONGRASS BROTH

Steps:

• Place stock, ginger, lemongrass and lemon rind in a saucepan over high heat.
• Bring the broth to the boil then add the mussels and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the mussels open.
• Discard any mussels that don't open.
• Serve mussels in deep bowls with the broth and some bread or with some cooked pasta.

STEAMED MUSSELS WITH WHITE WINE BROTH

Steps:

• Melt butter in a large pot with a lid over medium heat. When the butter begins to bubble, stir in the shallot and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Add the chicken stock, white wine, and mussels then give them a good toss. Cover the pot with its lid and cook until all the mussels have opened; 6 to 10 minutes. If any mussels do not open, discard them.
• Remove the pot from the heat, then stir in the cream and parsley. Taste the broth, and then adjust to taste with salt, pepper, or more cream.
• Serve in big bowls with lemon wedges and plenty of warmed bread to sop up the broth.