Spicy Mussel Soup

Ingredients

• 450 g mussel ((approx 1lb))
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup onion (chopped)
• 1/2 tsp ginger (finely chopped)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp bouillon powder
• 3 cups water/stock
• parsley (to garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the mussels under running water thoroughly.

2. 2

   Remove the beard if any (the hair sticking out).

3. 3

   Make sure mussels are closed and discard any that is open.

4. 4

   Pour olive oil into a wide pot and when heated, add onions, garlic, and ginger.

5. 5

   Stir for a few minutes till fragrant.

6. 6

   Add water/stock and spices.

7. 7

   Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Turn the stove to high heat, add mussels, and cover the pot.

9. 9

   After roughly 3 minutes, check that all are open.

10. 10

    If some are still closed, gently shake the pot and wait 2 more minutes.

11. 11

    Remove from the stove and discard any still closed.

12. 12

    Garnish with parsley or herb of choice and serve!