Elevate your seafood culinary experience with our comprehensive guide to preparing Penn Cove mussels steamed in orange juice infused with aromatic basil. Discover the secrets behind creating a delectable dish that harmonizes the briny freshness of mussels with the vibrant citrus notes of orange and the herbaceous allure of basil. Let us take you on a culinary journey as we explore the intricacies of selecting the finest mussels, preparing the aromatic broth, and mastering the art of steaming these succulent bivalves to perfection.
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PENN COVE MUSSELS STEAMED IN ORANGE JUICE WITH BASIL
Make and share this Penn Cove Mussels Steamed in Orange Juice With Basil recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Mussels
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grate the orange rind and reserve.
- Cut 1 thin slice from the middle of the orange and cut it into little triangles; reserve.
- Juice the remaining orange.
- In a large skillet that has a lid, mix the minced basil, oil, pepper, mussels, water, shallots, orange juice and half the grated rind. Cover the pan and bring to a boil and steam for a few minutes until the mussels open.
- Remove the mussels with a slotted spoon and toss the ones that didn't open.
- Place them on plates lined with fresh basil leaves. Garnish with orange triangles. Sprinkle the remaining orange rind on top.
- Pour the cooking broth into a small dishes, to dip mussels into.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 460.1, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 6, Protein 19.9
VIETNAMESE SPRING ROLLS
Make and share this Vietnamese Spring Rolls recipe from Food.com.
Provided by swirlycinnacakes
Categories Vietnamese
Time 50m
Yield 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring water in a medium saucepan to a rapid boil.
- Submerge cellophane noodles in water until just softened, about 30-45 seconds.
- Remove and reserving hot water, drain.
- Pour the reserved hot water into a wide, shallow pan (pie pan, casserole dish, etc.).
- Assemble all cold/salad ingredients including the shrimp and the cooked cellophane noodles in an assembly line format around an open, flat surface such as a cutting board.
- Place one dried rice paper wrapper into the warm water for a few seconds or until softened. Remove promptly or it will get soggy. Remove, let the water drip off and place on the cutting board.
- Fill with all ingredients, being careful not to overfill.
- Roll it up like a burrito (fold bottom over filling, then tuck each side in, then complete roll to form a neat, tight package), cut diagonally to create two halves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.9, Fat 0.2, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 77.5, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 1.9
SANNAS
Rice breads that are steamed in aluminium bowls/ idli moulds and are lovely when had plain or with curries. Normally toddy is used in this recipe but I make them without it (if you have access to it add it instead of the yeast. )
Provided by Girl from India
Categories Rice
Time 6h40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Wash and soak each of the each kind of rice and the lentils overnight or for 8 hours, separately.
- Then grind all the three together to a fine paste with the coconut milk.
- Put the dry yeast in a bowl with sugar and 3 tablespoons warm water.
- When it froths, add it to the ground batter.
- Add salt to taste and keep aside for 5 hours till it doubles in quantity.
- Get the steaming vessel ready on medium flame with the required amount of water in it.
- Put a tablespoonful of the batter into each of the moulds/ aluminuim bowls and steam on medium heat till the sannas are fluffy and done right through (around 15 mins) or when a skewer pierced into one comes out clean.
- All of them may not go into the steamer in one round so do them in batches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 652, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 7.3, Sodium 12.4, Carbohydrate 124.5, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 6.8, Protein 16.3
Tips:
- Fresh mussels are key. Look for mussels that are tightly closed and have no cracks or chips in their shells.
- Clean the mussels thoroughly before cooking. Use a stiff brush to remove any dirt or debris from the shells.
- Don't overcook the mussels. They should be cooked just until the shells open, about 5 minutes.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your steamed mussels dish. This will add flavor and color to the dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add a variety of herbs, spices, and citrus fruits to your steamed mussels dish.
Conclusion:
Steamed mussels are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. They are perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and healthy dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a seafood recipe, give steamed mussels a try. You won't be disappointed.
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