Cozze Mussels
Transport your taste buds to the Italian coastline with this flavorful Cozze Mussels recipe! Featuring plump, fresh mussels steamed in a rich broth of dry white wine, garlic, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this classic dish is infused with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. A hint of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat, while fresh parsley provides a fragrant, herbaceous finish. With just 25 minutes from prep to table, this quick and elegant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Don’t forget to serve with a warm loaf of crusty bread to soak up the irresistible broth. Ideal as an appetizer or light main course, Cozze Mussels is an authentic seafood delight that brings restaurant-quality dining to your home. Keywords: Cozze Mussels recipe, Italian mussels, steamed mussels, Mediterranean seafood, quick mussel dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 loaf crusty bread (optional)
Instructions
Clean the mussels by scrubbing the shells under cold running water and removing any beards. Discard any mussels that are cracked or remain open after a gentle tap.
Finely chop the garlic cloves and parsley. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices.
Pour in the white wine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce. Cover the pot with a lid and let the mussels steam for 5–7 minutes, or until all the shells have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
Remove the pot from the heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the mussels.
Serve the mussels immediately with the broth. Accompany with crusty bread for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.5 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1639 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 63.2 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1096 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
