Seafood Recipes

ChilliMussels

Mussels steamed open in a spicy tomato sauce of garlic, chilli and white wine, with crusty bread to mop up every drop.

Chilli Mussels
4 People
Serves
10 Mins
Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
Medium
Difficulty
Asian
Cuisine
The Recipe

About This SeafoodDish

Bring the heat to your table with our Chilli Mussels recipe. Fresh, tender mussels are cooked in a bold, spicy tomato sauce, making it the perfect dish for seafood lovers. Whether you're planning a cosy dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is sure to impress. Packed with flavour and simple to prepare, it's ideal for any occasion. Pair it with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Order premium fresh mussels from Pearl Seafoods for fast, reliable delivery across Sydney!

Ingredients

  1. 1 kg mussels, cleaned and debearded
  2. 2 tbsp olive oil
  3. 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 2 red chillies, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
  5. 400g canned chopped tomatoes
  6. 100 ml white wine
  7. 1 tbsp tomato paste
  8. ½ tsp smoked paprika
  9. Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  10. Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  11. Crusty bread, to serve

Method

  1. Clean and debeard the mussels, discarding any that remain open after a gentle tap.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and red chilli, cooking until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the canned tomatoes, white wine, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld.
  5. Add the mussels to the pan, cover with a lid, and cook for 5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the mussels open.
  6. Discard any mussels that remain closed. Stir the sauce gently to coat the mussels.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and accompanied by crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
From Our Kitchen

Chef's Tip

The best chilli mussels balance bold flavour with gentle cooking. Fresh mussels only need a few minutes of steam to open naturally — overcooking can make them tough and rubbery. Let the spicy tomato broth do the heavy lifting while the mussels stay soft, juicy, and full of that fresh ocean sweetness premium seafood lovers expect.

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NUTRITION

NutritionPerServing

  • Calories 280 kcal
  • Total Fat 12.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 14.0 g
  • Protein 32.0 g
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