Portuguese-Style Mussels Recipe

Name: Portuguese-Style Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head garlic; 1 small onion; 1 1/2 tsp. mild smoked paprika; 1 tsp. ground coriander; 1 tsp. ground fennel seed; 3/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 lb. linguica or chorizo sausage; 1 bunch kale (about 8 ounces); 2 lb. mussels; 3 c. fish stock or clam juice or water; 6 tbsp. unsalted butter; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 head garlic
1 small onion
1 1/2 tsp. mild smoked paprika
1 tsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. ground fennel seed
3/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lb. linguica or chorizo sausage
1 bunch kale (about 8 ounces)
2 lb. mussels
3 c. fish stock or clam juice or water
6 tbsp. unsalted butter
Freshly ground black pepper

1
In a food processor, blend garlic, onion, paprika, coriander, and fennel.
2
With motor running, drizzle in 1/2 cup olive oil; blend until a fine paste forms (you may need to add a bit more oil).
3
Place a large stockpot over medium heat.
4
Add sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes, or until fragrant.
5
Stir in spice paste and cook 2 to 3 minutes more, or until color changes slightly and raw onion aroma has dissipated.
6
Stir in kale until just wilted.
7
Stir in mussels and stock.
8
Increase heat to high and bring mixture to a simmer.
9
Stir once more and cover tightly.
10
Cook 4 to 6 minutes, or until all mussels have opened (discard any mussels that haven't).
11
To serve, divide mussels and kale among 4 large soup bowls, using a slotted spoon (leaving broth behind).
12
Whisk butter into broth, add black pepper to taste, and ladle into each of the bowls of mussels, dividing evenly.
13
Drizzle with about 1/2 tablespoon olive oil each, and serve with toasted country bread.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head garlic, 1 small onion, 1 1/2 tsp. mild smoked paprika, 1 tsp. ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Portuguese-Style 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.

Portuguese-Style Mussels

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