Spaghetti with Mussels: Spaghetti con Mitili Recipe

Name: Spaghetti with Mussels: Spaghetti con Mitili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound spaghetti; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 onion, thinly sliced into rings; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon dried red chile flakes; 4 anchovy fillets, washed and dried; 2 tablespoons salted capers; 1 bunch Italian parsley leaves, finely chopped to yield 1/4 cup; 2 pounds black mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded; 1 cup dry white wine

Servings: persons

1 pound spaghetti
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 onion, thinly sliced into rings
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried red chile flakes
4 anchovy fillets, washed and dried
2 tablespoons salted capers
1 bunch Italian parsley leaves, finely chopped to yield 1/4 cup
2 pounds black mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded
1 cup dry white wine

1
In a large stockpot, bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the spaghetti and stir so they don't stick.
3
In a large stockpot, heat the extra-virgin olive oil and lightly saute the red onion.
4
When the onions are translucent, add the sliced garlic and chile flakes.
5
Saute until fragrant.
6
Add the anchovies, and using a wooden spoon, smash them into the oil.
7
Add the salted capers, parsley, mussels and white wine, and cover quickly, so the steam cooks the mussels.
8
Shake the pot after 1 minute, and again after 2 more minutes.
9
Check the mussels, if they are open and plump, they are cooked.
10
Drain the pasta in a colander and divide between 4 warmed pasta bowls.
11
Divide the mussels between the 4 bowls of pasta, and pour the wine sauce over, leaving any sandy sediment in the pot.

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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: 1 pound spaghetti, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 onion, thinly sliced into rings, 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with Mussels: Spaghetti con Mitili 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.

Spaghetti with Mussels: Spaghetti con Mitili

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