Chorizo Mussels Recipe
Looking for a quick and easy dinner that’s both delicious and impressive? Look no further than this Chorizo Mussels recipe! This dish combines juicy, plump mussels with spicy chorizo, garlic, and white wine for a dish that’s packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Not only is this dish easy to make, but it’s also versatile. Serve it as an appetizer or main dish, with crusty bread to mop up the delicious broth. You can also customize it to your liking by using different types of wine, herbs, or spices.
π₯ Ingredients
Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded
- 4 ounces chorizo, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
πͺ Instructions
Instructions:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chorizo over medium heat until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and bring to a boil.
- Add the mussels, cover the pot, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
- Discard any mussels that do not open.
- Stir in the butter and chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the mussels in bowls with the broth and crusty bread for dipping.
- This Chorizo Mussels recipe is not only delicious, but it’s also incredibly healthy. Mussels are a low-fat, low-calorie source of protein that are rich in essential vitamins and minerals like iron, vitamin B12, and zinc. And, of course, the addition of chorizo and garlic adds an extra burst of flavor and nutrition.
π Top tip
But wait, there’s more! This recipe is also perfect for entertaining. It’s quick, easy, and impressive, and is sure to impress your guests. So, next time you’re hosting a dinner party or gathering with friends, consider serving this delicious Chorizo Mussels recipe.
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π Recipe
Chorizo Mussels
INGREDIENTS
- 2 pounds mussels scrubbed and debearded
- 4 ounces chorizo diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chorizo over medium heat until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and bring to a boil.
- Add the mussels, cover the pot, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
- Discard any mussels that do not open.
- Stir in the butter and chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the mussels in bowls with the broth and crusty bread for dipping.
- This Chorizo Mussels recipe is not only delicious, but it’s also incredibly healthy. Mussels are a low-fat, low-calorie source of protein that are rich in essential vitamins and minerals like iron, vitamin B12, and zinc. And, of course, the addition of chorizo and garlic adds an extra burst of flavor and nutrition.
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