Mussel In Creamy & Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe
Mussel in creamy tomato sauce is a second course based on seafood, easy to prepare, and of a great positive impact. Prepared for dinner, the dish will know how to conquer everyone’s hearts.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: mussels, mussels in tomato sauce, mussels recipe
Servings: 6 people
- 35 oz mussels fresh
- 2 cans tomatoes peeled
- 1 cup white wine dry
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 cloves garlic
- 2-3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper flakes
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp granulated garlic optional
- 1 handful chopped parsley chopped
Thoroughly wash the mussels under running cold water, set aside to drain
Peel and finely chop the garlic. Use a pan to melt the butter over medium-low heat. Cook the garlic until translucent
Add the canned tomatoes and the wine. Mix to blend and crush the tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes
Add the sugar, salt, paprika, pepper flakes, granulated garlic and let simmer to incorporate for 5-10 minutes on medium-low heat
Add the mussels, mix, and cover with a lid. Let simmer for 7-10 minutes or until all the mussels have opened
Pour the heavy cream and/or the sour cream and mix again. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes
Finally, sprinkle with chopped parsley
Serve while still hot, accompany the dish with a loaf of crispy baguette