Description
Enjoy Spicy Mussels Fra Diavolo—mussels simmered in a bold, spicy tomato sauce with garlic, white wine, and herbs, perfect for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (adjust according to spice preference)
- 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of dry white wine
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Baguette or crostini for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once heated, stir in 4 cloves of minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute, or until the garlic is golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and release any flavorful bits. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the can of crushed tomatoes to the pot. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to cook for about 5-7 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, stirring gently to coat them with the sauce. Cover the pot with a lid and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.
- Once cooked, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the mussels for a burst of freshness. Serve immediately with slices of baguette or crostini for dipping into the sauce.