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Sweet and Sour Mussels with Chilli

Succulent mussels steamed then tossed in a tangy, spicy glaze made with ginger, chilli, lime, and aromatic fresh herbs.

HealthyQuickSeafoodDairy FreeSpicyGluten FreeMussels

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 575.2 kcals 1150.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 44.1 grams 88.2 grams
Fat 16.4 grams 32.8 grams
Protein 62.3 grams 124.5 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
6
tsp
Sugar
CondimentsSauces
150
ml
White Wine Vinegar
5
ml
Thai Fish Sauce
splash for seasoning
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
juice only
NutsSeeds
2
clove
Garlic
thinly sliced
1
handful
Coriander
finely chopped
0.5
handful
Basil
chopped fresh
OilsFats
15
ml
Olive Oil
for drizzling
Seafood
1
kg
Mussels
live
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
thinly sliced
1
tbsp
Ginger
chopped fresh
4
piece
Red Chilli
finely sliced with seeds

Steps

  • Clean the mussels and steam them in a large pan with a little water until open.
  • Discard unopened mussels and set the rest aside with their juices.
  • Soften the onions, garlic, ginger, and chillies in a frying pan with olive oil.
  • Stir in the vinegar, sugar, and fish sauce, then simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Add the mussels and juices to the pan and stir until coated.
  • Squeeze in the lime juice, mix in the herbs, and serve immediately.