Asian Style Mussels

I love mussels, found this recipe on the Food Network (no chef mentioned). Posted for Zaar World Tour 2005/Stop in Asia

• Ready In: 23 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  peanut oil
• 3  medium shallots, thinly sliced
• 2  tablespoons  sliced peeled fresh ginger
• 4  garlic cloves, smashed
• 1  stalk fresh lemongrass, sliced and smashed
• 1  serrano peppers or 1  Thai chile, minced with seeds
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 2  tablespoons Southeast Asian fish sauce
• 1  tablespoon light brown sugar
• 48  large mussels, rinsed and beard removed (about 2 1/2 pounds)
• 1⁄4 cup  freshly squeezed lime juice, plus wedges for garnish (about 2 limes)
• 3  tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
• 3  tablespoons fresh mint leaves

Directions

1. Heat the oil a large skillet, with a lid, over medium heat. Add the shallots, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, and chili, and stir-fry until golden and aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add the water, fish sauce, and sugar, stir and bring to a simmer. Add the mussels, cover and steam until they open and plump slightly, about 5 minutes.
2. Discard any mussels that do not open. Stir in the lime juice, cilantro, and mint leaves. Divide the mussels and broth evenly among the bowls. Serve.