Mussels BLT Recipe

Name: Mussels BLT
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, 1/2-inch dice; 2 shallots, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes; 1 cup white wine; 1 teaspoon chili flakes, crushed; 3 pounds mussels, de-bearded and scrubbed; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 lemon, juiced; 1/2 cup arugula

Servings: persons

4 slices bacon, 1/2-inch dice
2 shallots, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
1 cup white wine
1 teaspoon chili flakes, crushed
3 pounds mussels, de-bearded and scrubbed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup arugula

1
Heat a large straight-sided saute pan over medium heat.
2
Add the bacon and saute until the fat is rendered, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the shallots and garlic and saute until softened, another 3 minutes.
4
Stir in the olive oil, crushed tomatoes, salt, and white wine and chili flakes.
5
Bring to a simmer, add the mussels, and cover.
6
Steam until mussels open, about 4 minutes.
7
Remove from the heat.
8
Discard any unopened mussels.
9
Stir in the butter, lemon juice, and arugula.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bacon, 1/2-inch dice, 2 shallots, chopped, 4 cloves garlic, chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mussels BLT 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.

Mussels BLT

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