Sambal Mussels
In Sumatra, this dish has neither peppers nor tomatoes- just hot chilies that are eaten just like vegetables. Frozen green mussels work well with this recipe, you only have to cook them in advance.
Ingredients
- 1 kg coooked mussels
- 3 Tbsp coconut oil
- 3 shallots, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 3 fresh Thai chilies (or more, to taste), sliced
- 2 Tbsp Sumatra curry, ground
- 20 basil leaves
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 1 lime (zest and juice)
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp. palm sugar or brown sugar
Method
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1
Wash the mussels well.
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2
Heat oil in a pot. Sautée the shallots, garlic, pepper, spices, basil, pepper, and 1 tsp. grated lime zest.
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3
When it begins to let its fragrance, add the tomato, salt and sugar. Cook for another 5 minutes. Add the mussels and lime juice. Cook for another 2 minutes until the mussels are heated through.
