Spicy Mussels in Tomato Sauce - Mussels Fra Diavolo Recipe
Get ready to spice up your holiday meals with this mouthwatering recipe for Spicy Mussels in Tomato Sauce. Made with fresh ingredients like garlic, shallots, and San Marzano tomatoes, this dish is bursting with flavor. The secret ingredient? Calabrian chili paste, which adds a fiery kick and a touch of vinegar to the sauce. Whether you're a seafood lover or just looking to impress your guests, this recipe is a must-try. Serve it with some crusty garlic bread and a drizzle of olive oil for a complete meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients:
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 shallot
- 6 San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce from the can
- Fresh parsley
- Spicy chili flakes
- Calabrian chili paste
- White wine
- Fresh basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil
- Fresh garlic bread, for serving
Cooking steps:
- Slice the garlic and shallot and set aside.
- Chop the San Marzano tomatoes and place them in a bowl along with the tomato sauce from the can.
- Chop the parsley and set it aside.
- Clean the mussels by removing any beards and ensuring they are tightly closed.
- Scrub the mussels with a firm brush to remove any dirt or debris.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot and add the garlic and shallots. Cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes and a tablespoon of Calabrian chili paste. Stir to incorporate the flavors.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it reduce for a few minutes.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and fresh basil to the pot. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Drain the mussels and add them to the pot. Stir to coat them in the sauce.
- Cover the pot and let the mussels steam for about 5 minutes, or until they open.
- Remove any mussels that haven't opened and discard them.
- Add the chopped parsley and give everything a final mix.
- Transfer the mussels to a serving plate and garnish with fresh parsley leaves.
- Serve with garlic bread and a drizzle of olive oil.
