Steamed Mussels Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

maine mussels, chorizo, beer broth

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Scrub the shells with a brush and remove the beards if present.
2
Prep the Chorizo
Slice the chorizo sausage into thin rounds. Set aside.
3
Chop Aromatics
Mince the garlic and chop the shallots and parsley.

4
Sauté Chorizo
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chorizo and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it starts to brown and release its oils.
5
Add Aromatics
Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots to the pot. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the shallots are translucent.
6
Pour in Beer
Carefully pour in the beer and bring the mixture to a simmer.
7
Add Mussels
Once the broth is simmering, add the cleaned mussels to the pot. Stir to combine with the chorizo and broth.
8
Cover and Steam
Cover the pot with a lid and let the mussels steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until all the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
9
Season and Serve
Season the broth with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot with crusty bread to soak up the broth.