Fiery Mussels in Spicy Tomato Sauce
Tender mussels are steamed in a zesty tomato broth infused with garlic, chili, and fresh herbs, creating a vibrant, restaurant-quality dish you can easily make at home. Perfect for dipping crusty bread and savoring every spicy bite!
🥄 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Crusty bread, for serving
🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Clean the Mussels:
🧽 Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing them well. Discard any that are cracked or don’t close when tapped.
2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics:
🧄 In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes.
3️⃣ Build the Sauce:
🍅 Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute. Add diced tomatoes and white wine, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4️⃣ Cook the Mussels:
🦪 Add the mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and steam for 5–7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until the mussels open.
5️⃣ Finish and Season:
🥄 Remove the pot from heat. Discard any mussels that didn’t open. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, then stir in fresh parsley.
6️⃣ Serve:
🍞 Ladle the mussels and sauce into bowls and serve immediately with plenty of crusty bread for dipping!
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- 🍳 Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven – Perfect for even, steady cooking and steaming
- 🔪 Professional Chef’s Knife – Easily chop onions, garlic, and herbs like a pro
- 🧄 Garlic Mincer Tool – Crush fresh garlic quickly and efficiently
- 🍅 Tomato Paste Tube – High-quality, rich tomato paste for the perfect sauce base
- 🍞 Bread Warmer Basket – Keep your crusty bread warm and toasty
- 🍷 Elegant White Wine Glasses Set – Perfect for pairing a crisp white wine with your spicy mussels
💡 Helpful Tip:
For extra heat, add a splash of your favorite hot sauce to the tomato broth before steaming the mussels — it’ll give the dish an extra fiery kick without overpowering the delicate seafood flavor!