Follow these steps for perfect results
black mussels
scrubbed, debearded
peanut oil
garlic
crushed
fresh ginger
maple syrup
soy sauce
oyster sauce
fish stock
lemon juice
green onions
sliced thinly
bok choy
chopped coarsely
gai lan
chopped coarsely
bean sprouts
Scrub mussels and remove their beards.
Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Add crushed garlic and ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Pour in maple syrup, soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish stock, and lemon juice.
Bring the sauce mixture to a boil.
Add the scrubbed mussels to the boiling sauce.
Reduce heat to medium and cover the wok or pan.
Simmer the mussels for approximately 5 minutes, or until they have opened up. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
Remove the cooked mussels from the pan and cover them to keep them warm.
Return the remaining stock mixture in the wok to a boil.
Add chopped bok choy, gai lan, and bean sprouts to the boiling sauce.
Stir-fry the greens until they are just wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
Return the cooked mussels to the wok with the stir-fried greens.
Stir-fry until the mussels are heated through.
Serve immediately with steamed Jasmine rice if desired.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure mussels are fresh and properly cleaned before cooking.
Do not overcook the mussels, as they can become tough.
Adjust the amount of spice to your preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Sauce can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a shallow bowl, garnishing with extra green onions and a drizzle of the sauce.
Serve with steamed jasmine rice.
Garnish with sesame seeds.
Complements the sweetness and spice.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Mussels are a common seafood dish in many coastal Asian regions.
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