Red Curry Mussels with Kimchi Puree from 'The Kimchi Cookbook

Gluten Free
Health score
42%
Red Curry Mussels with Kimchi Puree from 'The Kimchi Cookbook
30 min.
4
779kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests or simply treat yourself to a delightful culinary experience, look no further than this Red Curry Mussels with Kimchi Puree recipe from 'The Kimchi Cookbook.' This dish combines the aromatic richness of red curry with the ocean-fresh goodness of mussels, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for a quick yet indulgent lunch, dinner, or any occasion in between.

Not only is this dish wonderfully gluten-free, but it also packs a punch of vibrant colors and textures that are sure to please the eye. The creamy coconut milk serves as a luxurious base, harmonizing beautifully with the fiery kick of kimchi and the umami depth of garlic and ginger. Each mussel bursts with flavor, enhanced by a hint of zesty lime that brightens every bite.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is accessible yet sophisticated, making it an excellent choice for both casual meals and special gatherings. Imagine serving this sumptuous dish in deep bowls, garnished with fresh green onions and additional kimchi—your guests will be clamoring for seconds. Dive into this exciting fusion of flavors, and savor the comforting warmth of home-cooked goodness with a twist!

Ingredients

  • 28 ounce coconut milk canned
  • large garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 cup spring onion finely chopped ( 2 green onions)
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh plus more to taste ( 3 limes)
  • pounds mussels rinsed scrubbed
  • cup napa cabbage finely chopped for garnish
  • tablespoons curry paste red
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the curry paste and kimchi and cook, stirring, for another minute. Stir in the coconut milk and water and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the mussels and cover, reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the mussels open.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat, stir in the lime juice. Top with the green onions and additional kimchi and serve in deep bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Calories779kcal
Protein16.32%
Fat72.01%
Carbs11.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
4.77
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
39.063913008441%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:779.01kcal
38.95%
Fat:64.54g
99.3%
Saturated Fat:50.39g
314.94%
Carbohydrates:23.55g
7.85%
Net Carbohydrates:18.39g
6.69%
Sugar:7.87g
8.74%
Cholesterol:95.28mg
31.76%
Sodium:697.33mg
30.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.9g
65.81%
Manganese:9.78mg
489.13%
Vitamin B12:27.78µg
463.07%
Selenium:116.68µg
166.68%
Iron:12.81mg
71.14%
Phosphorus:672.11mg
67.21%
Vitamin C:36.47mg
44.21%
Vitamin A:2036.49IU
40.73%
Magnesium:158.19mg
39.55%
Potassium:1357.78mg
38.79%
Copper:0.77mg
38.75%
Folate:149.95µg
37.49%
Zinc:5.16mg
34.4%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
30.04%
Vitamin B1:0.44mg
29.55%
Vitamin B3:5.37mg
26.83%
Vitamin K:22.65µg
21.57%
Fiber:5.16g
20.63%
Vitamin B5:1.6mg
15.97%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.62%
Calcium:132.92mg
13.29%
Vitamin E:1.99mg
13.28%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.42%