4 lbs fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded<\/li>\n\n\n\n

2 tablespoons vegetable oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n

1 large onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n

3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated<\/li>\n\n\n\n

2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste<\/li>\n\n\n\n

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n

1 cup fish or seafood broth<\/li>\n\n\n\n

2 tablespoons soy sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n

1 tablespoon brown sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Juice of 1 lime<\/li>\n\n\n\n

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced<\/li>\n\n\n\n

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Steamed jasmine rice for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Execution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Prepare Mussels:<\/strong> Clean and debeard the mussels. Discard any open or damaged ones. Rinse under cold water and set aside.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Saut\u00e9 Aromatics:<\/strong> In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Saut\u00e9 chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Add Curry Paste:<\/strong> Stir in Thai red curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Simmer Coconut Curry Base:<\/strong> Pour in coconut milk, fish or seafood broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld for 5-7 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Add Mussels and Vegetables:<\/strong> Gently add the cleaned mussels to the pot, along with sliced red bell pepper and halved cherry tomatoes. Cover with a lid and steam for 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Discard Unopened Mussels:<\/strong> Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Serve:<\/strong> Ladle the mussels and broth into bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Serve with Rice:<\/strong> Serve the Thai Coconut Curry Mussels over steamed jasmine rice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Additional tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of Thai red curry paste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pair with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
A splash of coconut milk right before serving adds an extra layer of richness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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