Deep Fried Mussels: Cozze Fritte Recipe

Name: Deep Fried Mussels: Cozze Fritte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds mussels, cleaned; 2 eggs, lightly beaten with a fork; 2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, for frying; 1 cup flour; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; Salsa, recipe follows; 4 jalapenos, finely chopped; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

4 pounds mussels, cleaned
2 eggs, lightly beaten with a fork
2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, for frying
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Salsa, recipe follows
4 jalapenos, finely chopped
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly cracked black pepper

1
Open the mussels, discarding the shells but reserving the liquid.
2
Strain the liquid through a fine sieve or cheesecloth into the eggs.
3
(You may steam the mussels partially to get the shells to open, which is considerably easier than prying them open raw.
4
Don't let them cook any longer than necessary, or they'll be tough and overcooked after frying).
5
Heat the oil in a deep-frying pan to 370 degrees F. Dip each mussel into the flour, then into the eggs, and then gently lower them into the hot oil and deep-fry until golden.
6
Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and serve immediately with salsa.
7
Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl.

1346

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds mussels, cleaned, 2 eggs, lightly beaten with a fork, 2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, for frying, 1 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Deep Fried Mussels: Cozze Fritte falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Deep Fried Mussels: Cozze Fritte

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