Chinese-Style Mussels Stew
A hearty, savory stew inspired by Chinese cuisine, featuring mussels and a blend of aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- β2 pounds musselsfresh and scrubbed
- β2 tablespoons soy saucepreferably low-sodium
- β3 cloves garlicminced
- β1 tablespoon gingergrated
- β1/4 cup intensely savory sauce
- β1 teaspoon korean chili flakesoptional
- β1/4 cup green onionschopped, for garnish
- β1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add the mussels, soy sauce, and intensely savory sauce; stir to combine.
- 4
Add the Korean chili flakes, if using.
- 5
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mussels start to open.
- 6
Sprinkle the cornstarch over the mussels and stir to combine.
- 7
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- 8
Serve the mussels hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- 9
Serve immediately, and enjoy!
- 10
Optional: serve with steamed rice or noodles for a filling meal.