Tom Kha Mussels Recipe

Name: Paper Tigers Tom Kha Mussels Recipe
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 2 pounds Mussels; 1 cup Coconut milk; 1 cup Chicken broth; 2 stalks Lemongrass, chopped; 1 inch Galangal, sliced; 4 leaves Kaffir lime leaves; 2 pieces Thai chili, sliced; 2 tablespoons Lime juice; 1 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped; 8 slices Bruschetta (for serving)

Inspired by Paper Tiger

Time30m

Serves4

Local Mussels, Bruschetta, Herbs

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 pounds Mussels

1 cup Coconut milk

1 cup Chicken broth

2 stalks Lemongrass, chopped

1 inch Galangal, sliced

4 leaves kaffir lime leaves

2 pieces Thai chili, sliced

2 tablespoons ReaLime juice

1 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

8 slices Bruschetta (for serving)

Method

Cooking Instructions

Prepare the Broth

In a large pot over medium heat, combine the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir in the lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai chili. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Cook the Mussels

Add the mussels to the pot. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

Finish the Dish

Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve

Ladle the mussels and broth into bowls and serve with bruschetta on the side for dipping.