Simple and tasty mussel dishes: step-by-step recipes

Mussels are a seafood product that captivates with its unique taste and softness. This is an excellent choice for those who want to diversify their diet and enjoy the delicate taste of the sea. We at joy-pup will look at several simple, but at the same time delicious recipes, the preparation of which will not take much time.

Mussels in white wine with garlic and herbs

Ingredients:

• 1 kg fresh mussels
• 1 bottle of white wine
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh herbs (parsley, dill), chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

• Rinse the mussels thoroughly under cold water.
• Heat white wine in a deep frying pan or saucepan until boiling.
• Add mussels, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper. Stir and cook, covered, until the mussels open.
• Place the finished dish in a deep plate, pour over the sauce in which the dish was prepared, and serve with a fresh baguette.

Mussels in coconut milk with ginger and lemongrass

Ingredients:

• 1 kg mussels
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 1 tbsp. spoon of grated ginger
• 2 tbsp. tablespoons finely chopped lemon grass
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

• Clean and rinse the mussels.
• In a deep skillet, combine coconut milk, ginger, lemongrass, salt and pepper.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the mussels and cook until they open completely.
• Serve in deep bowls, topped with coconut sauce.

Pasta with mussels and tomatoes

Ingredients:

• 500 g spaghetti
• 1 kg mussels
• 4 tomatoes, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. spoon of tomato paste
• Fresh basil and parmesan for serving

Preparation:

• In a saucepan, cook spaghetti in salted water until tender.
• Fry garlic in a deep frying pan, add tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook until a juicy sauce forms.
• Add the mussels to the sauce and cook until they open.
• Mix the sauce with the cooked pasta and sprinkle with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.

To be continued…