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Curried Mussels with Butternut Squash & Leeks

Cozy Curried Mussels with Butternut Squash & Leeks Delight

This 30-Minute Curried Mussels with Butternut Squash & Leeks combines comfort and exotic flavors into a delightful one-pot meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Curry Powder Try Madras for mildness or Thai red for more heat
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Ginger Grated or 1 tsp ground
  • 2 tsp Lime Zest
  • 2 Limes Juice from 2 limes
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with full-fat coconut milk
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Butternut Squash Diced into ½-inch pieces
  • 4 Leeks White and light green parts, soaked in water
For the Mussels
  • 4 lbs Fresh Mussels Scrubbed and debearded
  • ½ cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley Cilantro can be substituted with parsley
For Serving
  • Crusty Bread Toasted sourdough or a baguette
  • Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 4 cups of diced butternut squash and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the sliced leeks with a pinch of salt and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring until they are tender and translucent.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of curry powder and 2 tablespoons of grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in ½ cup of heavy cream and the zest of 2 limes. Squeeze in the juice from the limes and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Add 4 pounds of fresh mussels to the pot and cover. Increase heat slightly and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the mussels have opened.
  6. Stir in ½ cup of chopped fresh cilantro just before serving. Serve with crusty bread and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure mussels are fresh, with no unpleasant odor. Adjust broth thickness as needed during cooking. Cream can be substituted with coconut milk for dairy-free options.

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