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Mussels Garlic Sukka
🇮🇳 Indian

Mussels Garlic Sukka

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Gorakhpur cooking — Mussels Garlic Sukka brings a garlic touch with a classic sukka finish. About 44 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 24 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Garlic8 cloves
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Mussels500 g, scrubbed

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

  8. 8

    Rest a minute, then serve hot.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Mangalore Style Mussel Sukka | Saffron Flavours · on YouTube