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Thai Coconut-chili Clams And Mussels Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/3 c Asian sweet chili sauce (see notes)
  • 2 tbsps olive oil
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsps lime juice
  • 1/3 c slivered fresh basil leaves
  • 1 1/2 tbsps minced ginger
  •  Lime wedges
  • 1/3 c thinly sliced green onions
  • 1 can (13 1/2 oz.) coconut milk (see notes)
  •  Salt
  • 1/2 c minced shallots
  • 1 lb mussels in shells (see notes)
  • 1 c dry white wine
  • 1 lb clams in shells, suitable for steaming (see notes)

Directions
  • Step #1 Scrub clams & mussels; pull beards off mussels if still attached.
  • Step #2 Discard any clams & mussels that don't close when you tap their shells.
  • Step #3 Pour olive oil into a 10- to 12-inch frying pan over medium-high heat; when hot, add shallots, & garlic & stir often until shallots are limp, ginger, 2 to 3 mins.
  • Step #4 Stir in coconut milk, wine, & chili sauce & bring to a boil.
  • Step #5 Add clams, cover, & cook for 5 mins.
  • Step #6 Add mussels, until all the shells have opened, reducing heat if necessary, & let simmer, cover, 2 to 3 mins longer.
  • Step #7 Gently stir in the lime juice & basil; add salt to taste.
  • Step #8 Pour into a large bowl for sharing, or ladle into individual bowls.
  • Step #9 Sprinkle top green onions on top & garnish with lime wedges.
  • Enjoy the Thai Coconut-Chili Clams & Mussels recipe

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