Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe River Oyster BarWood Oven Roasted Mussels Recipe

Wood Oven Roasted Mussels Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

lemongrass-coconut broth, crusty baguette

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Ingredients

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Mussels

Baguette

Method

Prepare Mussels

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt or barnacles. Remove beards if necessary and discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

Make Broth

  1. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots; sauté for about 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

  2. 3

    Add Lemongrass and Ginger

    Smash the lemongrass stalks with the back of a knife to release their flavor. Add the lemongrass and grated ginger to the pot. Cook for an additional minute.

  3. 4

    Combine Coconut Milk and Fish Sauce

    Pour in the coconut milk and fish sauce, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow to cook for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

  4. 5

    Add Mussels

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

  5. 6

    Finish with Lime Juice and Cilantro

    Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

Prepare Baguette

  1. 7

    Prepare the Baguette

    Slice the crusty baguette into thick slices, about 1-inch each. Spread butter on each slice.

  2. 8

    Toast the Baguette

    Place the buttered baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the wood oven or a conventional oven set to broil until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.

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