Grilled Mussels with Curry Butter is a delightful seafood recipe that combines the smoky goodness of grilled mussels with a spicy and aromatic curry butter. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking to add some excitement and bold flavors to their meals. The mussels are grilled to perfection, imparting a lovely charred taste, while the curry butter adds a vibrant and exotic kick. The combination of flavors and textures in this recipe will leave you craving for more. Get your grill ready and prepare to indulge in a mouthwatering seafood treat.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, curry powder, chopped cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Place the cleaned mussels on a large piece of aluminum foil. Fold the foil to create a packet, ensuring that it is tightly sealed to prevent any steam from escaping during grilling.
- Place the foil packet of mussels on the preheated grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Make sure to rotate the packet a few times during grilling to ensure even cooking.
- Once the mussels have opened, carefully remove the foil packet from the grill and open it. Use a fork or tongs to transfer the mussels to a serving plate, discarding any unopened ones.
- Spread a generous amount of the curry butter over the grilled mussels, allowing it to melt and coat each mussel.
- Garnish with additional chopped cilantro if desired and serve immediately. Make sure to provide some crusty bread or baguette slices on the side to soak up the flavorful curry butter and juices from the mussels.
