Recipe: Curry-Spiced Steamed Mussels 🍲
Description:
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Curry-Spiced Steamed Mussels, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the richness of mussels with a fragrant blend of spices, creating a mouthwatering experience that will leave you craving for more.
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 2 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | Butter |
| 1/8 cup | Olive oil |
| 1 | Onion |
| 3 cloves | Garlic |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground cumin |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground turmeric |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground cloves |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground black pepper |
| 1/4 cup | Tomatoes |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 1 1/3 tbsp | Lemon juice |
| 4 sprigs | Cilantro leaves |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 151.6
- Fat Content: 12.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.2mg
- Sodium Content: 62.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 9.2g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 4.4g
- Protein Content: 1.6g
Instructions:
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Combine dry spices in a small bowl, ensuring they are evenly mixed for maximum flavor infusion later on.
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Heat a 5-6 quart pot over medium heat, allowing it to warm up gradually for optimal cooking conditions.
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Add butter and olive oil to the pot, swirling gently until the butter melts and begins to foam.
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Add the diced onion once the foam subsides, and sauté until the onion turns translucent, which should take approximately 5 minutes.
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Stir in the minced garlic and the dry spice mixture, ensuring they are well incorporated into the onion mixture. Allow them to cook together until the spices become aromatic, which usually takes about 3 minutes.
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Add the diced tomatoes to the pot, stirring to combine with the onion and spice mixture. Let it cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Pour in the water and add the cleaned mussels to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the flavorful liquid.
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Cover the pot with a lid and let the mussels steam until they open up, which typically takes around 5-7 minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer the steamed mussels to individual soup bowls, arranging them neatly for serving.
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Ladle the broth over the mussels, ensuring each bowl is generously coated with the aromatic liquid.
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Drizzle each serving with a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice, adding a vibrant citrusy note to the dish.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, adding a pop of color and a refreshing herbal aroma to the finished dish.
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Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors in this Curry-Spiced Steamed Mussels recipe! 🌟
Keywords:
- Mussels
- Weeknight
- Less than 4 Hours
