Sake Mussels Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb mussels
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- 1 cup sake
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1-2 Thai chili peppers chopped
- 1 handful Thai basil substitute with your favorite herbs
Instructions
- Start by purging the mussels. In a large mixing bowl, soak the mussels in cold water, making sure they're completely submerged. Mix in salt then set aside for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Scoop the mussels out of the dirty water into a colander. Be sure not to pour the mussels out from the mixing bowl to avoid the sand and debris. Scrape off the debris and grime on the shell using a brush or another mussel. Rinse then drain well.
- In a large pot, heat neutral oil and butter over medium heat. Add shallot, garlic, and ginger and saute for 1 minute or until fragrant.
- Pour in the sake and soy sauce. Once it comes to a boil, add the mussels and Thai chili peppers. Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the Thai basil then cover for another 2 minutes or until the mussels have opened. Be sure to discard any mussels that have not opened.
- Serve with warm bread and enjoy!