Chipotle Mussels With Orange Mayonnaise

Chipotle Mussels With Orange Mayonnaise


1. To prepare the mussels, place in a large pot together with the garlic, orange zest, chipotle, and water.

2. Cover, bring to a boil and steam for 4 minutes.

3. Remove the pot from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes; mussels should then be open.

4. Remove the mussels and keep covered in a warm place.

5. Reduce the liquid by half and add the oil and orange juice.

6. Divide the mussels on the half-shell evenly between soup plates and add the broth.

7. Garnish each bowl with 1 Tbls of Orange Mayonnaise and 3 sprigs of cilantro.

8. ORANGE MAYONNAISE:

9. Beat the egg yolk in a glass or stainless steel bowl until light and lemon colored.

10. Transfer to a blender and add the oil drop by drop for the first 1/4 of a cup, then the remainder in a slow steady stream, mixing at high speed until emulsified.

11. Add the other sauce ingredients and blend together.

12. Let sit for at least 1 hour to allow the orange flavor to develop.

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