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Mussels in Garlic Miso Broth

Mussels in Garlic Miso Broth: Enjoy a Quick, Flavorful Delight

Mussels in Garlic Miso Broth is a quick, flavorful dish that marries seafood with miso richness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 1 lb Mussels Fresh seafood providing the main protein
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable Oil Neutral base for sautéing; can substitute
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil Adds richness and nuttiness; swap with olive oil
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped; yellow or white preferred
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; essential for aromatic flavor
  • 1 Tomato Cored & chopped; adds acidity to the broth
  • 1 tbsp White Miso Central to broth's umami flavor
  • 3/4 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth Use low-sodium if preferred
  • 1/4 cup Cooking Cream or Soy Cream Opt for dairy-free alternatives if preferred
  • 1 tsp Ginger Grated; adds warmth and spice
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Enhances umami; can skip for vegetarian
  • 1 tbsp Mirin Adds depth and sweetness; replace if necessary
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds richness; omit for dairy-free
For the Garnish
  • Chives Fresh herbs for serving
  • Chili Oil & Fresh Chili Adds heat and visual appeal
  • Crusty Bread Perfect for soaking up broth

Equipment

  • Large Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Clean mussels by rinsing them thoroughly. Remove any beards and discard any open shells. Scrub under running water to eliminate grit.
  2. Prep ingredients: finely chop onion, tomato, and mince the garlic. Grate ginger and measure out other ingredients.
  3. Cook aromatics by heating vegetable oil and sesame oil in a large pan. Sauté garlic, onion, and ginger for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add miso and tomato to the sautéed mixture and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in broth, fish sauce, and mirin. Bring to a boil, add mussels, cover, and let simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Once mussels open, remove from heat. Stir in cream and butter, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Garnish with chives and chili. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure mussels are tightly closed and fresh. Adjust spice levels as per preference.

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