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Asian-Flavoured Moules Frites

This recipe for Moules Frites is my Asian take on the Belgian classic dish. Fresh mussels are steamed in a light and clean broth, flavoured with crushed spices.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 522 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian , Belgian

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs fresh mussels cleaned and de-bearded
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 2 shallots minced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fennel seeds crushed
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns crushed
  • 2 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro chopped plus extra for garnish
  • ½ lb Cooked French Fries

Instructions

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  1. Heat up 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add in the shallots and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
  3. Add in the crushed fennel seed, coriander, and Sichuan peppercorns.
  4. Stir until the spices release their aroma.
  5. Add in Shaoxing wine to deglaze the pot and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Add the mussels in and cover with a lid.
  7. Steam for 3-4 minutes over medium-high heat, shaking the pan from time to time, until all the shells have opened up.
  8. Remove the mussels with a slotted spoon and transfer to a dish.
  9. Return the pot to the stove, and cook until the 50% of the liquid has evaporated.
  10. Add in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  11. Remove from heat, pour the sauce over the mussels, and garnish with extra cilantro.
  12. Serve with French fries.

Nutrition Information

Calories 522kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Cholesterol 49mg (16%) Sodium 1651mg (69%) Potassium 1284mg (37%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 329IU (7%) Vitamin C 36mg (40%) Calcium 146mg (15%) Iron 10mg (56%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 522

% Daily Value*

Calories 522kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 1651mg 69%
Potassium 1284mg 27%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 329IU 7%
Vitamin C 36mg 40%
Calcium 146mg 15%
Iron 10mg 56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.