Spicy Tomato Mussels
Mussels are rich in iron, which boosts energy. Make the most of your iron intake with this delicious dish.
1 small onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 tsp chilli flakes
3/4 cup dry white wine
4 dozen mussels, scrubbed and debearded
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup basil leaves, chopped
Ingredients
1 tbs olive oil1 small onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 tsp chilli flakes
3/4 cup dry white wine
4 dozen mussels, scrubbed and debearded
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup basil leaves, chopped
Method
1. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and chilli flakes, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the wine and simmer until liquid is reduced by one-quarter, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the mussels and tomatoes, and bring to a boil. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until the mussels open, about 5 minutes. Discard any unopened mussels.
3. Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in the basil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Notes
Nutritional info per serving
1,080 kJ (257 cal), 24g protein, 14g carbs, 1g fibre, 8g fat (1.5g sat fat), 556mg sodium
- Source:
- Prevention
- Author:
- Photographer:
- John Kernick
