Best 6 Steamed Mussels In Coconut Milk Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the tropical paradise of Thailand with our tantalizing steamed mussels in coconut milk recipe. Dive into a symphony of flavors as plump and succulent mussels are enveloped in a luscious coconut broth, infused with the aromatic essence of lemongrass, ginger, and kaffir lime leaves. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy notes, promising an explosion of taste with every bite.

Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes. Whet your appetite with the zesty and refreshing cucumber salad, a vibrant medley of crisp cucumbers, zesty lime juice, and a hint of chili, providing a perfect counterbalance to the richness of the mussels. For a side dish that exudes warmth and comfort, indulge in the fragrant jasmine rice, cooked to perfection and boasting a delicate floral aroma. Together, these recipes create a complete and satisfying meal that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Thailand.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

STEAMED MUSSELS IN COCONUT MILK



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Adapted from Savoring the Spice Coast of India: Fresh Flavors from Kerala by Maya Kaimal, and found at splendidtable.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Mussels

Time 35m

Yield 8 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 cups coconut milk
3 lbs fresh mussels or 3 lbs clams, scrubbed and debearded
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
3 teaspoons coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
3/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven. Add the onions and fry over medium-high heat until the edges turn light brown. Next add the ginger and continue frying for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Put in the ground masala and stir for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the salt, coconut milk, and 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Now put in the mussels, spooning some of the sauce over them. Cover and steam 7 minutes or until all the shells open. Remove from the heat. Discard any shells that aren't open.
  • Sprinkle with the lemon juice and cilantro and stir gently. Spoon the mussels into individual bowls along with some of the sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 47.6, Sodium 743.3, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6.3, Protein 22.7

MUSSELS STEAMED IN COCONUT MILK, LIME AND CILANTRO



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Make and share this Mussels Steamed in Coconut Milk, Lime and Cilantro recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Mussels

Time 20m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large onion, chopped
5 -6 garlic cloves, crushed
2 red chili peppers, deseeded and chopped
2 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
4 tablespoons fish sauce
2 limes, juice only
3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
4 1/2 lbs mussels, scrubbed

Steps:

  • Put the onion, garlic, chili peppers, coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice and cilantro into a large saucepan. Bring to the boil and cook for about 8 minutes or until the onions are cooked.
  • Check that all the mussels are tightly closed. If one is open, tap it - if it closes it's good, but if any stay open, throw those ones out.
  • When the onions are cooked in the saucepan, throw in all the good mussels, put the lid on and cook until the mussels are widely open.
  • Serve the mussels in their shells with the broth and some garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1634.4, Fat 60.6, SaturatedFat 45.7, Cholesterol 191, Sodium 3941.5, Carbohydrate 186.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 147.7, Protein 87.4

THAI STEAMED MUSSELS IN COCONUT MILK



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This recipe came from the Best Ever 30 Minute Cookbook. I made it for my husband and we just loved it!

Provided by rebecca684

Categories     Mussels

Time 17m

Yield 4 bowls, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lbs mussels
1 tablespoon oil
6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
2 serrano peppers, seeded and finely sliced
6 spring onions, finely chopped
1 2/3 cups coconut milk
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 limes
1 tablespoon sugar
handful of chopped cilantro
salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Scrub the mussels in cold water. Scrape off any barnacles with a knife, then pull out and discard the fibrous beard visible between the hinge on any of the shells. Discard any mussels that are not tightly closed, or which fail to close when tapped sharply.
  • Heat a large wok or pan over high heat and then add the oil. Stir in the garlic, ginger, chillies, and spring onions and stir fry for 30 seconds.
  • Grate the rind of the limes into the ginger mixture, then squeeze both fruit and add the juice to the wok with the coconut milk, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir to mix.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the mussels. Return the pan to a boil, cover and cook briskly for 5-6 minutes, or until all the mussels have opened. Discard any unopened mussels.
  • Remove the wok from the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Season the mussels well with salt and pepper. Ladle into warmed bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.6, Fat 33.1, SaturatedFat 21.3, Cholesterol 95.5, Sodium 1796.8, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 12.2, Protein 46.3

STEAMED MUSSELS WITH CHIPOLTES AND COCONUT MILK



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Categories     Onion     Sauté     Mother's Day     Father's Day     Dinner     Mint     Mussel     Carrot     Summer     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped peeled carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 14-ounce can light unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped canned chipotle chilies
2 1/4 pounds mussels, scrubbed, debearded

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and celery and sauté until onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, stock, wine and garlic; boil over medium-high heat until reduced to 2 cups, about 15 minutes. Stir in mint, cilantro and chilies. Add mussels; cover and cook until mussels open, about 5 minutes (discard any mussels that do not open). Transfer mussels and broth to large bowl and serve.

THAI STEAMED MUSSELS



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

Provided by MURINMOON

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
⅓ cup fresh lime juice
1 (13.5 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
⅓ cup dry white wine
1 ½ tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 cups chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 105.9 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 48.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 1353.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

STEAMED MUSSELS WITH CHIPOTLES AND COCONUT MILK



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Make and share this Steamed Mussels With Chipotles and Coconut Milk recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Mussels

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, peeled, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
14 ounces light unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons garlic, chopped
1/4 cup of fresh mint, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons chipotle peppers, drained, chopped
2 1/4 lbs mussels, scrubbed and debearded

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion, carrot and celery and saute until onion is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in coconut milk, stock, wine and garlic; boil over medium-high heat until reduced to 2 cups, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in mint, cilantro and chilies.
  • Add mussels; cover and cook until mussels open, about 5 minutes (discard any mussels that do not open).
  • Transfer mussels and broth to large bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.6, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 49, Sodium 573, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.9, Protein 23.5

Tips:

  • Choose fresh mussels: Look for mussels that are tightly closed and have a shiny, blue-black shell. Avoid any mussels that are open or have cracked shells.
  • Clean the mussels thoroughly: Use a stiff brush to scrub the mussels clean under cold running water. Remove any barnacles or other debris from the shells.
  • Steam the mussels in a flavorful liquid: You can use a variety of liquids to steam the mussels, such as white wine, chicken broth, or coconut milk. Add some aromatics, such as garlic, shallots, or lemongrass, to the liquid for extra flavor.
  • Cook the mussels until they are just tender: Mussels cook quickly, so it is important to not overcook them. Steam the mussels for about 5-7 minutes, or until they open up. Discard any mussels that do not open.
  • Serve the mussels immediately: Steamed mussels are best served hot, with a dipping sauce such as melted butter, garlic butter, or a spicy tomato sauce.

Conclusion:

Steamed mussels are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. They can be served as an appetizer or a main course, and they are perfect for a casual gathering or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make steamed mussels that are tender, flavorful, and sure to impress your guests.

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