Indian-Spiced Steamed Mussels

Sweet mussels are steamed in an aromatic broth in this one-pot meal. Garam masala is an Indian spice mix available in most supermarkets.

• 1-1/2 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, coarsely chopped
• 1-1/2 Tbs. finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
• 3/4 tsp. curry powder
• 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1/2 tsp. garam masala
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1-1/2 lb. mussels, rinsed and debearded
• 1 cup frozen baby peas
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Heat the oil in a heavy-duty 8-quart pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the ginger, curry powder, and red pepper flakes to the pot; cover and cook 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes and their juice, 1/2 cup water, and the garam masala. Season to taste with salt and pepper, cover, and bring to a boil.

Add the mussels and peas  to the pot. Cover, and cook, shaking the pot occasionally, until the mussels open, about 5 minutes (discard any that don’t open). Sprinkle the cilantro over the mussels and serve.