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Chilli Mussels Recipe
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Chilli Mussels Recipe

This easy chilli mussels recipe combines fresh mussels with garlic, chilli, tomatoes, herbs, and white wine to create a flavour-packed seafood dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for mussels in chilli sauce with restaurant-style flavour at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Australian, Mediterranean
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 kg fresh mussels cleaned
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 –2 fresh red chillies sliced
  • 400 g crushed tomatoes
  • 150 ml dry white wine optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pan with lid
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Clean the mussels under cold running water and remove any broken shells and beards.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pan. Add garlic, onion, and chilli. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes and white wine. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce develops flavour.
  4. Add the cleaned mussels and cover the pan with a lid. Cook for 5–8 minutes until the shells open.
  5. Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.
  6. Add fresh parsley and lemon juice. Serve immediately with crusty bread, pasta, or rice.

Video

Notes

  • Use fresh mussels for the best flavour.
  • Remove any mussels that stay closed after cooking.
  • Adjust chilli according to your spice preference.
  • Serve immediately for the best taste.
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 650mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 7mg