Mejillones A La Plancha (catalan-style Grilled Mussels)
Mejillones a la Plancha, or Catalan-style Grilled Mussels, is a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in the Catalan cuisine. This recipe is perfect for seafood lovers and is a great addition to any tapas spread or as a main course.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Place the cleaned mussels in the pan and pour the white wine over them.
- Cover the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
- Remove the mussels from the pan and place them on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the mussels, then sprinkle with chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbohydrates
- 8g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pan Serving platter
Tools
Tongs Cooking spoon
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Mejillones a la Plancha pairs well with crusty bread and a glass of chilled white wine.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to discard any mussels that do not open after cooking, as they may not be safe to eat.
Cost
$15