Choritos A La Chalaca Recipe
Steamed mussels topped with a spicy salsa.
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Ingredients
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Mussels
Chalaca Salsa
Method
Mussels Preparation
- 1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the fresh mussels under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.
- 2
Steam the Mussels
In a large pot, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Place the cleaned mussels in a steamer basket or directly in the pot, cover, and steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels open up. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
Chalaca Salsa Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Salsa
In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped red onion, tomato, cilantro, lime juice, and chili pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- 4
Season the Salsa
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix again and let the salsa sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assembly
- 5
Top the Mussels
Once the mussels are cooked and opened, transfer them to a serving platter. Spoon the Chalaca salsa generously over each mussel.
- 6
Serve
Serve the Choritos a la Chalaca warm, with additional lime wedges on the side if desired.
