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For centuries, Chileans have smoked seafood to preserve it. Adding wood chips to the grill gives fresh mussels smoked flavor. Use a mesh rack, such as a vegetable grilling basket, to keep mussels from falling through the grates as they cook. This zesty dish is ideal on an antipasti platter or as a side to roast chicken, pork, or vegetables. Ingredients:
1/2 cup hickory wood chips |
2 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded |
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar |
1 teaspoon olive oil |
1 teaspoon dijon mustard |
3 cups gourmet salad greens |
1 1/3 cups chopped peeled tomato |
1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped |
2 tablespoons chopped peeled avocado |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro |
Directions:
1. Soak wood chips in water 30 minutes. Drain well.
2. Prepare grill.
3. Place wood chips on hot coals. Place a mesh rack on a grill rack over hot coals. Place mussels on mesh rack; cover and cook 3 minutes or until shells open. Remove from heat, and discard any unopened shells. Cool mussels. Remove meat from shells; discard shells.
4. Combine vinegar, oil, and mustard in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add mussels, greens, and remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat.
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