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Midnight Mussels Tikka
🇮🇳 Indian

Midnight Mussels Tikka

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Almora cooking — Midnight Mussels Tikka brings a midnight touch with a classic tikka finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 20 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Mussels500 g, scrubbed

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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Watch how it's made

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