Southeast Asian mussel salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the bold flavors of Southeast Asian cuisine with the briny sweetness of mussels. The dish typically features fresh mussels, cooked and then tossed in a tangy and aromatic dressing made with ingredients like lemongrass, chili peppers, lime juice, and fish sauce. Served as an appetizer or main course, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.
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SOUTHEAST ASIAN MUSSEL SALAD
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put mussels in a large pot with a lid. Pour 1/4 cup water over all, cover, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a steady bubble (you will hear it and see some steam escaping). Shake pot now and then.
- Meanwhile, combine coconut milk, lime juice, fish sauce, lime zest and chilies in a large bowl; add bean sprouts, cucumber and red pepper.
- Mussels will be done in 5 to 10 minutes, or when all or most of the shells have opened. Remove and let cool slightly, reserving cooking liquid. (If there is a great deal, reduce it while you shuck mussels.)
- When mussels are cool enough to handle, remove them from their shells and add them to bowl with vegetables and dressing. Add cilantro and as much of the reserved cooking liquid as you need to make mixture saucy. Toss well to combine, adjust seasonings and serve, or refrigerate for up to a few hours.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 302, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1459 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
SOUTHEAST ASIAN PORK SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Grate the lime zest and set aside, then juice half of the lime into a large bowl and cut the other half into small wedges. Whisk 1 teaspoon peanut oil and a pinch of salt into the lime juice. Add the slaw and cucumbers and toss to coat.
- Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the ginger and cook, stirring, until soft but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in the pork and ½ teaspoon salt and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned in spots and no longer pink, 6 to 8 minutes. Carefully pour off all but about 1 tablespoon fat from the skillet. Stir in the chili-garlic sauce, fish sauce and lime zest and remove from the heat.
- Divide the slaw mixture among bowls. Top with the pork, herbs and peanuts; serve with the lime wedges.
MUSSEL SALAD
Steps:
- In a large bowl mix together the potatoes, garlic, scallions, carrots, and green papaya. Add 4 tablespoons aioli and toss gently. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Divide onto 2 salad plates and arrange 6 mussels on each plate
- In a blender puree yolks with sambal, garlic, and lime juice. With the blender running, add canola oil in a stream and emulsify mixture.
- Wine suggestion: Alsace Gewurztraminer Heissenberg
MUSSEL SALAD
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add lemon juice, white wine, and the mussels. Cook until the liquid dissolves. Reduce the heat to low, add balsamic dressing, parsley, thyme, and tomatoes. Continue to cook on low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring to prevent the dressing from separating. Remove the pan from the heat, and allow the mussel mixture to cool. Add the mussels and sauce, the spinach, feta, and the corn to a large serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, toss and serve.
ASIAN STYLE MUSSELS
I love mussels, found this recipe on the Food Network (no chef mentioned). Posted for Zaar World Tour 2005/Stop in Asia
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Mussels
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil a large skillet, with a lid, over medium heat. Add the shallots, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, and chili, and stir-fry until golden and aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add the water, fish sauce, and sugar, stir and bring to a simmer. Add the mussels, cover and steam until they open and plump slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Discard any mussels that do not open. Stir in the lime juice, cilantro, and mint leaves. Divide the mussels and broth evenly among the bowls. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.6, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 1391.3, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 4.2, Protein 29.8
SOUTHEAST ASIAN STEAK SALAD
Steps:
- Tear romaine into pieces into a bowl. Halve cucumber lengthwise and seed. Thinly slice cucumber crosswise and add to romaine. Chill romaine mixture, covered. Mince shallot, jalapeño, and garlic (wear rubber gloves when handling jalapeño) and in a large bowl stir together with lime juice, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil, fish sauce, and sugar until sugar is dissolved.
- Pat steak dry and season with salt. In an 8- to 10-inch heavy skillet heat remaining tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté steak 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Transfer steak to a cutting board and let stand 5 minutes.
- While steak is standing, stack mint leaves and thinly slice. Toss mint with romaine mixture and all but about 2 tablespoons dressing until combined well. Divide salad between 2 plates and slice steak. Toss steak with remaining dressing and arrange on salads.
Tips:
- Choose fresh mussels: Look for mussels with tightly closed shells and no cracks or chips. Fresh mussels should smell briny, not fishy.
- Clean the mussels thoroughly: Use a stiff brush to scrub the mussels under cold running water. Remove the beards by pulling them out with your fingers.
- Cook the mussels properly: Mussels should be cooked until they open. Discard any mussels that do not open after cooking.
- Cool the mussels quickly: After cooking, transfer the mussels to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and cucumber, but you can use any vegetables you like. Some other good options include bell peppers, tomatoes, and radishes.
- Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the salad chilled: This salad is best served chilled. It can be made up to 2 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
This Southeast Asian mussel salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are a fan of seafood or simply looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, this mussel salad is sure to please.
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