Thai coal pot Mussels with lemongrass & garlic

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative and easier to find.

chili paste

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Sriracha offers a similar heat with less expense.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs can be used but will alter the flavor profile.

Heat the coal pot until it's nice and hot.

Add oil, garlic, onion, lemongrass, and ginger to the pot, letting the flavors infuse with the oil.

Sauté until the ingredients are colored slightly and fragrant.

Add coconut milk and fish stock to the pot, mixing well.

Cover the pot and let it simmer for a while.

Finish with spring onions before serving.

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