Mussels Pan in Spicy Tomato-Basil Sauce
An aromatic pan of fresh mussels, cooked in a spicy tomato-basil sauce. A quick and flavorful dish inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.
- 20 minutes
- 2 servings
- Main course
- pescatarian
- antioxidant
- jodquelle
- high in protein
- selenreich
Ingredients
- 500 g Mussels
- 400 g Tomatoes
- 50 g Onion
- 6 g Garlic
- 7.5 g Basil
- 5 g Olive oil (Extra Virgin)
- 100 g White wine
- 2.5 g Salt
- 1.3 g Pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep pan. Sauté onion and garlic.
- Optionally add white wine and let it simmer briefly. Add diced tomatoes and bring to a boil.
- Season with salt and pepper and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add the cleaned mussels to the sauce. Cover and cook over high heat for about 5-7 minutes, shaking occasionally until all mussels have opened (discard any unopened mussels).
- Stir in chopped basil and serve immediately, optionally with some whole grain bread for dipping.
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