Portuguese-Style Steamed Mussels

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
• 1 medium onion, cut in 1/4-inch dice
• 1 small red bell pepper, cut in 1/4-inch dice
• 2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
• ¼ pound chourico or chorizo sausage, thinly sliced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 3 pounds mussels (preferably wild) scrubbed and debearded
• 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    558 calories; 28 grams fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 14 grams monounsaturated fat; 4 grams polyunsaturated fat; 21 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 4 grams sugars; 46 grams protein; 115 milligrams cholesterol; 1192 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 servings

Preparation

1. In a large (6 quart) casserole or soup pot over medium-high heat, combine olive oil and bay leaves. Heat for 1 minute, then add garlic, onion and red bell pepper. Saute vegetables until tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, sausage and wine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Add mussels. Cover and steam until mussels open, about 5 minutes. Remove mussels to serving bowls. Return pot to medium heat, and add parsley, cilantro and black pepper to taste. Spoon sauce over mussels, and serve immediately.