Module 16 · From the Sea
Mussels in Coconut & Green Curry Broth
Mussels in Coconut & Green Curry Broth is a keto dinner with 11.4 g net carbs, 19 g protein and 31 g fat per serving (401 kcal). It serves 2 and takes 20 minutes in total.
Plump mussels in a fragrant Thai broth of coconut milk, green curry paste, lime and coriander. Fresh, warming and ready in 20 minutes.
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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: crustaceans, fish, molluscs. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 2 servings · Active time: 12 min · Total time: 20 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 11.4 g |
| Protein | 19 g |
| Fat | 31 g |
| Energy | 401 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg |
| Calcium | 85 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 0.6 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 1000 g live organic mussels in shell (about 250 g meat)
- 200 ml organic full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp Thai green curry paste (check for sugar)
- 1 piece organic garlic clove
- 1 tsp organic fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 piece organic lime, juiced
- 15 g organic coriander
- 1 tbsp organic coconut oil
- 100 g organic pak choi
Step-by-step method
- Clean the mussels and discard any that stay open when tapped.
- Fry the curry paste, garlic and ginger in the oil for 1 minute.
- Add the coconut milk and fish sauce, bring to a simmer, add the mussels and pak choi, cover and cook 5 minutes.
- Discard any closed mussels, add lime juice and coriander and serve in deep bowls.
Chef’s tips
- Taste the broth before adding fish sauce: curry pastes vary in saltiness.
- Only cook mussels that are alive and closed before cooking. Many Thai curry pastes contain shrimp paste.
Variations
- Use prawns.
- Add a sliced red chilli.
Storage
Eat straight away.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Mussels in Coconut & Green Curry Broth?
One serving has 11.4 g net carbohydrates, 19 g protein and 31 g fat (401 kcal). The recipe makes 2 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Mussels in Coconut & Green Curry Broth ahead, store or freeze it?
Eat straight away.
Which allergens are in Mussels in Coconut & Green Curry Broth?
It contains crustaceans, fish and molluscs, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Mussels in Coconut & Green Curry Broth gluten-free?
Yes. None of the ingredients contain gluten. Check the labels of processed ingredients such as stock or spices.
Can I vary Mussels in Coconut & Green Curry Broth?
Yes. Use prawns. Add a sliced red chilli.