Best 2 Shuckers Portuguese Mussels Recipes

If you're looking for a delicious and authentic Portuguese mussel dish, then look no further than shuckers Portuguese mussels. This classic recipe is made with fresh mussels, olive oil, garlic, onions, white wine, and a variety of herbs and spices. The result is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MUSSELS PORTUGUESE STYLE

Mussels Portuguese Style image

This is the only way my husband wants his mussels prepared; it is a regular around our house. Instead of steaming the mussels in a white wine, garlic sauce - red wine is used. Yum.

Provided by threeovens

Categories Mussels

Time 10m

Yield 6 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 lbs fresh mussels, scrubbed and bearded
1/4 cup olive oil (or olive oil and butter mixed)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup red wine
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

Prepare mussels, discarding any that will not close after a light tap.
Heat olive oil, or combination olive oil and butter, over medium heat in a dutch oven. Saute garlic about 5 minutes, but do not allow to brown.
Add chicken broth and wine. Allow to come to a boil.
Add mussels and cover. Steam about 2 - 3 minutes until shells open. Do not overcook or mussels will become rubbery. Discard any unopened shells. Garnish with fresh, chopped parsley.
Serve "family style" in the pot or in individual bowls. French bread can be used to sop up sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 63.5, Sodium 1033.4, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 29.6

PORTUGUESE-STYLE STEAMED MUSSELS

Portuguese-Style Steamed Mussels image

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 medium onion, cut in 1/4-inch dice
1 small red bell pepper, cut in 1/4-inch dice
2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 pound chourico or chorizo sausage, thinly sliced
1 cup dry white wine
3 pounds mussels (preferably wild) scrubbed and debearded
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large (6 quart) casserole or soup pot over medium-high heat, combine olive oil and bay leaves. Heat for 1 minute, then add garlic, onion and red bell pepper. Saute vegetables until tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, sausage and wine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add mussels. Cover and steam until mussels open, about 5 minutes. Remove mussels to serving bowls. Return pot to medium heat, and add parsley, cilantro and black pepper to taste. Spoon sauce over mussels, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 625, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1334 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

- Select fresh mussels that are tightly closed and have no cracks or broken shells. - Rinse mussels thoroughly under cold running water before cooking. - Discard any mussels that remain open after tapping them on the counter. - Use a large pot or Dutch oven to cook the mussels. - Add a splash of white wine or beer to the pot to help steam the mussels. - Serve the mussels immediately with crusty bread or French fries.

Conclusion:

This collection of Portuguese mussel recipes offers a variety of delicious and easy-to-make dishes. Whether you're looking for a classic steamed mussel dish, a creamy mussel stew, or a flavorful mussel curry, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish that's both delicious and affordable, give Portuguese mussels a try!