Steamed Mussels with Sofrito Recipe

Name: Steamed Mussels with Sofrito
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 dozen mussels (preferably cultivated); 2 red bell peppers; 1 small onion; 4 large garlic cloves; 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro sprigs; 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, or to taste; Accompaniment: crusty bread

Servings: persons

4 dozen mussels (preferably cultivated)
2 red bell peppers
1 small onion
4 large garlic cloves
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro sprigs
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, or to taste
Accompaniment: crusty bread

1
Scrub mussels well and remove beards.
2
Cut bell peppers into 1/2-inch pieces and transfer half to a blender, reserving remaining half in a bowl.
3
Chop onion and garlic.
4
Add onion, garlic, cilantro, oregano, and cumin to blender and puree until smooth.
5
In a 4-quart kettle heat oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook puree, stirring, 2 minutes.
6
Add mussels, reserved bell peppers, wine, and broth and simmer, covered, 4 to 8 minutes, checking mussels occasionally after 4 minutes and transferring them as they open to a bowl.
7
(Discard any unopened mussels after 8 minutes.)
8
Season sauce with orange juice and salt and pepper.
9
Serve mussels with sauce and bread.

266

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 dozen mussels (preferably cultivated), 2 red bell peppers, 1 small onion, 4 large garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Steamed Mussels with Sofrito 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!

Steamed Mussels with Sofrito

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions