Vietnamese-Style Fish Sauce Mussels

A vietnamese-inspired take on a classic steamed mussels. Umami-BOMB.

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Scrub and debeard the mussels, discarding any dead ones.

Step 2

In a pot over medium heat, melt butter and sweat lemongrass, shallots, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add sake and fish sauce. Bring to a boil.

Step 4

Add the mussels and cover the pot. Steam for 6-8 minutes until the mussels have opened up.

Step 5

Finish with the cilantro and basil.