Baked Mussels With Cheese (choros A La Parmesana)
Baked Mussels with Cheese, also known as Choros a la Parmesana, is a popular Peruvian seafood dish that combines fresh mussels with a flavorful cheese topping. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers and can be served as an appetizer or a main course.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the cleaned mussels in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
- Spoon the cheese mixture onto each mussel, covering the meat completely.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 18g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Baking sheet Small bowl
Tools
Oven Spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Baked Mussels with Cheese hot, accompanied by a slice of crusty bread and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to discard any mussels that do not open during the cooking process, as they may not be safe to eat.
Cost
$15