Steamed Mussels with Lime & Coriander

Ingredients:-

1 kg mussels

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into small dice

1 fresh red chili, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

Finely grated zest of 1/2 lime (optional)

1 tbsp lime juice (1/2 lime)

2 tbsp sake or dry white wine

2-3 tbsp chopped coriander leaves and tender stems (can be added or reduced to ordinary preference)

Preparation:-

1. Rinse the mussels in a colander under cold water, scrub the shells thoroughly, remove the tough, wiry beards, and discard any mussels with broken or gaping shells. 

2. Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the carrot, chilli, garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally until they begin to soften and lightly brown, about 2 min. 

3. Add the mussels, lime juice and wine and cover the pot. Steam the mussels, until the shells begin to open, 5 - 6 min.

4. Remove the pot from the heat. 

5. Add in coriander and serve immediately.