Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAdriatic RestaurantZuppa D’musseles Recipe

Zuppa D’musseles Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Mussels sauteed with garlic in a white or red sauce.

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Ingredients

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Mussels

Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the fresh mussels under cold running water, scrubbing the shells with a brush to remove any dirt or debris. Remove the beards (the fibrous bits sticking out of the shell) by pulling them off firmly.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

  3. 3

    Chop the Parsley

    Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  2. 5

    Add Wine and Tomatoes

    Pour in the white or red wine and add the crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.

  3. 6

    Season the Sauce

    Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well and allow it to simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

  4. 7

    Cook the Mussels

    Add the cleaned mussels to the pot and cover with a lid. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels open up. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

  5. 8

    Finish and Serve

    Once cooked, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the mussels and sauce. Serve immediately with crusty bread or over pasta, if desired.

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