Penn Cove Mussels in Spicy Black Bean-Peanut Sauce

Name: Penn Cove Mussels in Spicy Black Bean-Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs (.9 kg) Penn Cove mussels, washed and debearded; 2 cups (475 ml) dry white wine; 1/4 cup (60 ml) chinese fermented black beans; 2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped fresh ginger; 2 tsp (10 ml) minced garlic; 1 orange, zested; 1 tsp (5 ml) chili paste with garlic (adjust to taste); 1/4 cup (60 ml) peanut butter; 1/4 cup (60 ml) butter; 1 tomato, peeled, seeded, and diced; 1/2 bunch cilantro, stems removed, chopped; 1/4 cup (60 ml) roasted peanuts

Servings: persons

2 lbs (.9 kg) Penn Cove mussels, washed and debearded
2 cups (475 ml) dry white wine
1/4 cup (60 ml) chinese fermented black beans
2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped fresh ginger
2 tsp (10 ml) minced garlic
1 orange, zested
1 tsp (5 ml) chili paste with garlic (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup (60 ml) peanut butter
1/4 cup (60 ml) butter
1 tomato, peeled, seeded, and diced
1/2 bunch cilantro, stems removed, chopped
1/4 cup (60 ml) roasted peanuts

1
Place mussels in a very large saute pan.
2
Cover with white wine and sprinkle with black beans, ginger, garlic, and orange zest.
3
Reserve some zest for garnish.
4
Cover tightly and cook over high heat until mussels open.
5
Remove mussels from pan and arrange in a serving dish, and keep warm.
6
Bring liquid in the pan to a boil, add chile paste, peanut butter, and butter.
7
Boil until slightly thickened.
8
Add tomato, cilantro, and peanuts, and boil for 30 seconds longer.
9
Pour sauce over mussels.
10
Garnish with extra orange zest.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs (.9 kg) Penn Cove mussels, washed and debearded, 2 cups (475 ml) dry white wine, 1/4 cup (60 ml) chinese fermented black beans, 2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Penn Cove Mussels in Spicy Black Bean-Peanut Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!