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    Home >> Latin American

    Mussels in Spicy Tomato Broth

    Modified: Feb 22, 2022 · Published: May 27, 2017 by Analida · • Word count:550 words. • About 3 minutes to read this article. • This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Grab some crusty bread and dip into this spicy sauce! Tender and tasty mussels in a spicy tomato broth will rock your tastebuds! This recipe comes together really quick too! You will be soaking up every drop! The secret ingredient: spicy RO*TEL tomatoes and chiles to kick it up a notch! So tasty! @roteltomates @walmart #31DaysWithRotel #ad

    Ahh mussels. The perfect easy meal. The juice pairs perfectly with crusty baguette and it works as an appetizer or a main. Why can argue that?

     

    a bowl of mussles in broth with a hand dipping bread I am sitting at a restaurant and the waiter quickly goes by and sets a delicious looking plate of steaming mussels in spicy tomato broth at the table next to mine. Oh my, it smells so good, I can hardly stand it. So I order a plate, and begin making a mental note of the possible ingredients. Yes, I know I won't get it just so, but I gave my mussels recipe a try at home, and I think it's pretty close.

    What are mussels? They're another bivalve in the shellfish family. The flavor can be described as mild and can take on the tastes of the dish easily. 

    a bowl of mussles next to a ladle and a can of rotel, lemons, and herbs above

    Tasty mussels steamed in a rich tomatoey (yes, it's a new word) broth with a chunk of crusty bread to mop up all the juicy goodness. Aah, I am drooling as I write this. 

    a dutch oven of spicy mussles in tomato broth

    I guess by now you've realized that the mussels recipe was a success. I was so excited to be making it, and even ended up buying 2 baguettes, yes 2! for the 3 of us. We love bread, can't you tell? Well, as you can well imagine, not both loaves made it to the table.

    At any rate, we enjoyed this dinner immensely, and hope you share the recipe with your mussels loving friends and family. 

    Here are some other delicious seafood recipes from my blog:

    Salmon Tartlets - Salmon, capers, and a buttery crust make these Irish-inspired appetizers.

    Shrimp and Grits - Creamy, cheesy grits topped with buttery shrimp cooked in bacon and herbs. Yum!

    Orecchiette with Shrimp, Fennel, and Arugula - Fennel and peppery arugula are the star of the show in this pasta dish. 

     

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    Like mussels? You have to try this recipe. Tender and tasty mussels in a spicy tomato broth will rock your tastebuds! This recipe comes together really quick too! Dip in a nice crusty bread and you will be soaking up every drop! The secret ingredient: spicy RO*TEL tomatoes and chiles to kick it up a notch! | ethnicspoon.com

    Mussels in Spicy Tomato Broth

    A delicious bowl of mussels cooked in a spicy tomatoey broth hits the spot. Don't forget the crusty bread to mop up all the juicy goodness.
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    Course: Main dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: spicy broth, steamed mussels, tomato both
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 21 minutes minutes
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 197kcal
    Author: Analida Braeger

    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs mussels
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 2 garlic cloves minced minced
    • 2 Tbsp olive oil
    • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
    • 10 oz RO*TEL tomato and chilies
    • juice of 1 lemon
    • 2 Tbsp thyme fresh

    Instructions

    • Clean mussels by scrubbing them with a small brush under running water. If you come across any mussels that are opened, tap it a couple times and if it still does not close, discard it. Remove any thin stands or "beards" as they are called from the mussels also. Farm raised mussels are thankfully very clean.
    • In a braising pan over medium heat warm up the oil and butter, and saute garlic until translucent.
    • Next add the chicken broth, and the blended RO*TEL, and allow the mixture to come to a boil.
    • Squeeze in the lemon, and then quickly add the mussels. Cover the pan and allow the mussels to cook for about 5 minutes. Check to see that they have opened. By now they should all be opened, if not give it an extra 2-3 minutes covered.
    • Add the fresh thyme.
    • Serve with plenty of crusty bread.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 438mg | Potassium: 350mg | Vitamin A: 495IU | Vitamin C: 15.5mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 4.2mg

     

     

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    1. Nancy B

      May 11, 2018 at 4:03 pm

      5 stars
      I can see that you really enjoyed it, same reason you had to buy 2 baguettes. Thanks for sharing from your vast knowledge of recipes.

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      • Analida

        May 11, 2018 at 4:50 pm

        I did enjoy it. At my house we love baguette. I love to share my recipes with others. 🙂 Thanks for the 5 star rating.

        Reply

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