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Mussels in coconut, lime and lemongrass broth

Plump mussels steamed open in a fragrant coconut and lemongrass broth, best with something to mop it up.

  • Time30 min
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £4.25 a head
2 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Start the rice in boiling water. Cook for 12 minutes and drain.

    12 min
  2. 2

    Scrub the mussels and pull off any beards. Throw away any that are open and do not close when tapped.

  3. 3

    Heat the oil in a large pan. Fry the garlic, ginger, chilli and lemongrass for 2 minutes.

    2 min
  4. 4

    Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer for 3 minutes.

    3 min
  5. 5

    Add the mussels and edamame, cover and cook for 4 minutes, shaking, until the shells open. Discard any that stay shut.

    4 min
  6. 6

    Add the lime juice and coriander. Serve in bowls with the rice.

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