CookSmart (7th Issue) Page14

EatSmart Recipes

New Zealand Mussels with Morel Mushrooms and Saffron

"3 Less" Dish

Feature

The use of morel mushroom, saffron and fish broth in cooking shell fish can bring out the taste of freshness and is better than just cooking with garlic and white wine. Mussels are rich in iron which is especially suitable for women.

Sylvia LAM

Chairman, Hong Kong Dietitians Association

Cooking Method

1. Rinse then soak morel mushrooms in water till tender. Cut them into halves and set aside.
2. Soak saffron in water until aromatic.
3. Heat oil in a wok. Stir-fry mussels, onion, celery and carrot. slightly.
4. Add white wine and fish broth and bring to boil. Then add morel mushrooms, saffron and saffron water.
5. Cook mussels until well done. Season with salt and serve.