MUSSELS****Steamed Mussels in Black Bean Sauce

By Unblond1

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Greenshell mussels on the half shell
• 1 tbsp. EVOO
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 1 tsp. finely minced ginger
• 2 green onions, finely minced
• 1 - 2 dried peppers, minced
• 1 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 tbsp. mirin or sherry
• 1/2 tbsp. black bean sauce
• 2 tbsp. chicken stock
• 1/2 tsp. sesame oil

Preparation

Step 1

* Steam mussels in steamer over simmering water for 4 minutes, or in microwave according to package directions.

* Meanwhile, heat oil in a small pan. Add the garlic, ginger, scallions and chile and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute.

* To serve, plate the mussesls and spoon the sauce over each.