Mussels in White Wine Sauce Mejillones a La Marinara
Dive into the flavors of the Mediterranean with this irresistible recipe for Mussels in White Wine Sauce, or Mejillones a La Marinara. Tender, plump mussels are simmered in a fragrant sauce of dry white wine, crushed tomatoes, and a hint of sweet paprika, creating a perfect marriage of briny seafood and rich, savory broth. Garlic, sautéed onions, and a bay leaf enhance the aromatic base, while fresh parsley adds a bright finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is both elegant and easy to prepare, making it ideal for a dinner party or a special weeknight indulgence. Serve these steamed mussels with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce and a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty kick. Perfect for seafood lovers, this Spanish-inspired recipe is your ticket to coastal dining at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels (cleaned and debearded)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 0.5 cup fish or vegetable stock
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon (wedges for serving)
Instructions
Inspect and clean the mussels. Discard any with cracked shells or that remain open after a gentle tap.
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and sweet paprika. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, white wine, stock, and bay leaf. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the mussels to the pot. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until the mussels open.
Discard any mussels that do not open. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top.
Transfer the mussels and sauce to a serving dish. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.7 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 512 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 4765 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 114.0 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 499 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 40.9 mg | 227% | |
| Potassium | 4842 mg | 103% | |
*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.
