Mussels Steamed In Coconut Milk Lime And Cilantro Recipe

Dive into a taste of Thailand with this vibrant and easy Mussel recipe! Steamed to perfection in rich coconut milk, zesty lime, and fragrant cilantro, these succulent mussels are ready in just 20 minutes. Serve with crusty garlic bread for the ultimate dipping experience. A quick, flavorful, and impressive weeknight meal!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1634.4 kcal
Protein 174g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mussels Steamed In Coconut Milk Lime And Cilantro

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How to Make Mussels Steamed In Coconut Milk Lime And Cilantro

  1. Clean mussels thoroughly, discarding any that are open and don't close when tapped.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine coconut milk (1 can, 13.5 oz), lime juice (2 tablespoons), fish sauce (1 tablespoon), brown sugar (1 teaspoon), and minced garlic (2 cloves).
  3. Bring the coconut milk mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  4. Add the mussels to the pot and cover. Steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened and their shells are slightly ajar.
  5. Discard any mussels that do not open.
  6. Stir in chopped cilantro (1/4 cup) and remove from heat.
  7. Serve immediately with crusty garlic bread for dipping. Garnish with extra lime wedges and cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

164 g

Sugar

590g

Fat

228g

Carbs

62g