Maine Mussels Recipe
Kerala spiced mussels in a coconut tomato curry with jalapeño, mixed bell pepper, lime & cherry tomato
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Ingredients
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Maine Mussels Ingredients
Method
Maine Mussels Preparation
- 1
Preparing the Mussels
Clean the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells and removing any beards. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.
- 2
- 3
Adding Spices and Coconut Milk
Stir in the grated ginger, curry powder, diced bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- 4
Cooking the Mussels
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels open up. Discard any that do not open.
- 5
Finishing Touches
Stir in the lime juice, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.