Mike'S Drunken Mussels

Name: Mike'S Drunken Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cooking oil; 1/2 red bell pepper, diced; 1/2 small onion, diced; 1/2 cup tequila; 1/4 cup water; 1 lime, juiced; freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons diced jalapeno peppers (optional); 2 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Eats Now Editorial Team · 35 kcal · Seafood

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Mike'S Drunken Mussels – a delicious recipe with cooking oil, red bell pepper, onion, tequila, water, lime. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon cooking oil
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 small onion, diced
1/2 cup tequila
1/4 cup water
1 lime, juiced
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons diced jalapeno peppers (optional)
2 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Cook red pepper and onion in oil, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.
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Stir in tequila, water, lime juice, fresh pepper and jalapenos. Bring to a boil, and dump in the mussels. Sprinkle the cilantro over the mussels, and cover with a tight fitting lid. Allow to steam for 3 to 4 minutes, or until all mussels have opened (discard any that don't).

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon cooking oil, 1/2 red bell pepper, diced, 1/2 small onion, diced, 1/2 cup tequila, and more.

Yes, Mike'S Drunken Mussels 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
35 kcal
Category
Seafood

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