Curried Coconut Mussels

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
49%
Curried Coconut Mussels
25 min.
4
249kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Curried Coconut Mussels, a dish that perfectly marries the flavors of fresh seafood, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking only 25 minutes, but it also serves up to four, making it an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or an impressive lunch gathering.

Imagine the rich scent of sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger filling your kitchen as you prepare this vibrant dish. The heat from fresh jalapeño peppers combined with the warmth of red curry paste creates a tantalizing base that complements the succulent mussels beautifully. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor, enhanced with a splash of dry white wine and a hint of sweetness from dark brown sugar, all harmonized by the lusciousness of light coconut milk.

Not only is this dish a feast for the palate, but it also offers a feast for the senses, with its stunning presentation of vibrant green basil and lime wedges as garnishes. Serve it straight from the pot, and let your guests dive into the rich broth, perfectly paired with a glass of Columbia Winery's Cellarmaster's Riesling. Whether you're hosting a special dinner or simply treating yourself to a satisfying meal, our Curried Coconut Mussels are sure to impress and delight!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup basil divided
  • teaspoon t brown sugar dark
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • tablespoon ginger fresh peeled finely chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  jalapeno chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cup lite coconut milk light
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  •  lime wedges 
  • pounds mussels scrubbed ( 60)
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cups onion chopped
  • teaspoons curry paste red

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat.
  3. Add onion, ginger, garlic, and jalapeo; saut 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in curry paste; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Add coconut milk, wine, sugar, and salt; bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes. Stir in mussels; cover and cook 5 minutes or until mussels open. Discard any unopened shells. Stir in 1/2 cup basil and juice. Divide mussels mixture evenly among 4 bowls, and spoon the coconut mixture evenly over mussels.
  5. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon remaining basil; serve with lime wedges.
  6. Wine Match: Columbia Winery Cellarmaster's Riesling, Columbia Valley ($10), has a dense texture and honey-sweet flavor that's balanced with spice and mineral notes. Tart lime cuts through the rich coconutty broth of the mussels.Julianna Grimes

Nutrition Facts

Calories249kcal
Protein26.82%
Fat38.93%
Carbs34.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67.75
Glycemic Load
4.6
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
24.552173718162%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
8.87mg
Naringenin
0.77mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
16.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:249.25kcal
12.46%
Fat:9.79g
15.06%
Saturated Fat:4.43g
27.69%
Carbohydrates:19.38g
6.46%
Net Carbohydrates:17.14g
6.23%
Sugar:5.52g
6.14%
Cholesterol:32.39mg
10.8%
Sodium:524.26mg
22.79%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:1.21%
100%
Protein:15.18g
30.36%
Vitamin B12:13.88µg
231.33%
Manganese:4.16mg
207.98%
Selenium:52.6µg
75.14%
Vitamin C:29.51mg
35.77%
Iron:5.22mg
28.98%
Phosphorus:267.64mg
26.76%
Vitamin K:22.19µg
21.13%
Folate:70.9µg
17.72%
Vitamin A:870.28IU
17.41%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.61%
Potassium:576.38mg
16.47%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.86%
Magnesium:56.93mg
14.23%
Zinc:2.12mg
14.11%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.21%
Vitamin B3:2.14mg
10.69%
Vitamin E:1.39mg
9.25%
Copper:0.18mg
9.19%
Fiber:2.24g
8.95%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.77%
Calcium:74.52mg
7.45%
Source:My Recipes