Some people can be intimidated by shellfish, but I’m here to assure you that mussels are quite easy to prepare as long as you know the proper steps. Once you have a taste of my Thai green curried mussels, you might be wondering why you haven’t attempted it sooner!
The most important thing to consider when handling mussels is that they need to be kept cool at all times. That means if not in the fridge, then on, under, in, against ice right up until the moment you’re ready to use them! A necessary way to check if they’re fine to use is to give them a tap against a hard surface. If the mussel pops open, it’s no good. After rinsing them under cold water, you’ll also need to remove their “beard” if they haven’t come from the store with that furry part removed from the shell.

This Thai mussel curry goes great with a side of rice or bread, or even by itself thanks to the hearty broth. Enjoy your beautiful bowl of flavor!