Mussels and Shrimp in Light Curry

Instructions

1. In a large pot on medium heat, add oil and bacon and cook until it starts to crisp, 5-7 min.
2. Add garlic, onions, fennel, carrots and thyme and simmer until softened, about 5 min.
3. Rinse mussels with cold water and remove any beards; place in bowl.
4. Add Patak’s^® Mild Curry Spice Paste, stir and simmer 2 min to release the paste flavours.
5. Add sherry and shrimp; simmer until shrimp cooks, 2 min. 
6. Stir in the can of tomatoes and bring to a simmer.  Slowly pour cream into pot while stirring.
7. Add mussels and simmer until shells open – discard any mussels that do not open. 
8. Serve with your favourite baguette.

Notes

For more broth, add 1 cup of fish or chicken stock.