BEER-STEAMED MUSSELS WITH CHORIZO

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These spicy mussels, steamed in Mexican beer infused with chorizo, cumin, garlic, and cilantro, make a wonderful, quick weeknight meal.

Provided by David Tamarkin

Categories     Mussel     Sausage     Garlic     Seafood     Shellfish     Beer     Cilantro     Steam     Quick & Easy     #cook90

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces fresh Mexican chorizo, casings removed
1 medium white onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, plus 1 sliced in half (optional)
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 (12-ounce) bottle Mexican beer, such as Pacifico
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 pounds mussels, scrubbed, debearded
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
Hot sauce and crusty toasted bread (for serving; optional)
Special Equipment
A large Dutch oven or braising pan with a lid

Steps:

  • Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium. Cook chorizo, onion, chopped garlic, cumin, and salt, stirring frequently to break up chorizo, until onions are softened and chorizo is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Add beer and butter; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute to reduce slightly. Add mussels, cover, and cook until mussels open, 5-8 minutes; discard any mussels that do not open.
  • Spoon mussels into bowls. Ladle brothy chorizo mixture over. Top with cilantro, then hot sauce, if using. Rub bread with cut side of garlic clove, if using, and serve alongside.

Ahad Rahaman
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This was my first time making mussels, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The mussels were tender and flavorful, and the chorizo and white wine sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


serrene turpin
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I've made this dish several times, and it's always a hit. The mussels are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is amazing. I like to add a little bit of crushed red pepper to the sauce for a little extra spice.


Leah Mcnab
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it together in just a few minutes, and it always turns out great.


LeeAnn Cooper
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I made this dish for a party, and everyone loved it. The mussels were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Alexandra Jules
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The mussels are cooked in just a few minutes, and the sauce is so flavorful. I like to serve it with rice or pasta.


Monhsaran Ariunbold
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I love this dish! The mussels are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I like to serve it with crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.


Changaiz Iqbal
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This was my first time making mussels, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The mussels were tender and flavorful, and the chorizo and white wine sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


terry sullivan
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I've made this dish several times, and it's always a hit. The mussels are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is amazing. I like to add a little bit of crushed red pepper to the sauce for a little extra spice.


AIS
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it together in just a few minutes, and it always turns out great.


Md Tariful
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I made this dish for a party, and everyone loved it. The mussels were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Terri Porter
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This was my first time making mussels, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The mussels were tender and flavorful, and the chorizo and white wine sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


BLESSED PICTURES
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The mussels are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is amazing. I like to serve it with crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.


beau bradbury
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These mussels were fantastic! The chorizo added a delicious smoky flavor, and the white wine and garlic were a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.