Fresh mussels in smoky tomato sauce with Mediterranean flavors. Quick, bold, and delicious in just 25 minutes.
# Components:
→ Seafood
01 - 1.5 lbs fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ Tomatoes
06 - 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
07 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
→ Seasonings
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Liquids
11 - 0.5 cup dry white wine
12 - 0.25 cup water
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
14 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, approximately 3 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Add smoked paprika, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes. Cook while stirring for 2 minutes.
04 - Pour in dry white wine and water, then bring to a simmer.
05 - Add mussels, season with salt and pepper, and cover tightly. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until mussels open completely. Discard any unopened mussels.
06 - Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
07 - Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread.
