Thai
Thai - Steamed Dishes
Steamed Mussels
Chef's Menu Description
Plump, sweet shellfish sautéed in garlic, white wine, and fresh parsley, finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and sea salt.
Ingredients
- • 1kg fresh mussels, scrubbed
- • 3 stalks lemongrass, smashed
- • 2 kaffir lime leaves
- • 1 thumb ginger, sliced
- • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- • 100ml white wine
- • 3 tbsp fish sauce
- • 1 cup Thai basil leaves
- • 2 bird's eye chilies, halved
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Scrub the mussels and remove the beards.
2
Phase 2
Smash lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and chilies in the base of a wok.
3
Phase 3
Add the mussels, wine, fish sauce, and lime leaves. Cover and steam for 5-6 minutes until opened.
4
Phase 4
Toss with Thai basil and serve with the steaming broth.