MUSSELS AND CLAMS WITH LEMON GRASS BROTH AND CILANTRO

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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 shallots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 sticks Lemon Grass
1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
3 cups water
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped, divided
1/4 cup white wine
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
20 fresh small clams, cleaned
20 fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 lemon
4 green onions, sliced on the bias, green and white parts

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 6-quart saucepot on medium heat. Sauté the shallots and garlic until translucent. Add lemon grass and ginger. Cook 1 minute, then add water. Bring to a boil and simmer 3 minutes. Add half of the cilantro, remove saucepot from heat, cover and let broth steep for 5 minutes. Heat broth to a boil. Add wine, salt and pepper. Add clams, cover and simmer 2 minutes. Add mussels, cover and simmer 3 minutes. Add cream and cook 1 minute. When most of the mussels and clams are open, squeeze in juice of 1/2 lemon. Toss in green onions and remaining cilantro. Remove lemon grass stalks before serving.

Alisha Harttlet
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I'll definitely be adding it to my regular rotation.


Nodumo Mlonyeni
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I'm always looking for healthy seafood recipes, and this one fits the bill. It's low in calories and fat, and it's packed with protein.


Faraz Azeem
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I'm new to cooking seafood, and this recipe was a great place to start. It's simple to follow and the results were amazing.


wangari grace
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. I made it for my anniversary dinner, and my wife loved it.


George Rodriguez
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, so I substituted parsley in this recipe. It turned out just as delicious.


Soirob Mahabub
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. My kids love the flavorful broth and the tender seafood.


Kristin Dahms
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I love the fact that this recipe can be made with a variety of seafood. I've tried it with mussels, clams, shrimp, and scallops, and it's always delicious.


NAYEM YT IS BACK
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This dish is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it can be served hot or cold.


Crystal Gresham
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the unique flavor of the broth.


Rudi Leukes
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This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'm definitely going to impress my friends with this one.


Sboniso Ndlovu
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I'm always looking for new and exciting seafood recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of lemon grass, cilantro, and seafood is amazing.


Kashifjan Kashifjan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover seafood. I had some shrimp and scallops that I needed to use up, and this dish was the perfect solution.


Saio Sillah
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The broth was light and flavorful, and the mussels and clams were tender and juicy.


Theresia Chioma
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The lemon grass and cilantro give it a unique and refreshing flavor.


Aloesa Valina Fernandes
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This dish was a hit with my family! The broth was flavorful and aromatic, and the mussels and clams were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.