Spicy Mussels Recipe
A flavorful and spicy seafood dish, featuring mussels cooked in a savory blend of garlic, onions, chilies, and aromatic spices. Perfect for spice lovers!
Equipment
- Large pot or deep pan
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spoon or tongs
Ingredients
- 1 kg fresh mussels cleaned and debearded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4-5 garlic cloves minced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2-3 red chilies adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup white wine optional
- 1 cup fresh chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Mussels: Clean and debeard the mussels, discarding any open ones.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onions and garlic until soft.
- Add Spices: Stir in chilies, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Cook Tomatoes and Wine: Add chopped tomatoes, cook for 3 minutes, then pour in wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Cook Mussels: Add mussels, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until opened.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with coriander, and serve with bread or rice.
Notes
- Adjust chili quantity for desired spice level.
- Discard any mussels that don’t open after cooking.
- Optional: Serve with a squeeze of lemon for extra freshness.
