Murano Mussels Marinara

Murano Mussels Marinara is a classic dish from Venetian cuisine, featuring fresh mussels in a flavorful marinara sauce. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers and is sure to impress your guests with its delicious flavors.

Murano Mussels Marinara

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for another minute.
  3. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add the cleaned mussels to the pot and cover with a lid. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320
Carbohydrates
12g
Protein
24g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Lid Knife Cutting board Spatula

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Murano Mussels Marinara with crusty bread to soak up the delicious marinara sauce.

Tips & tricks

Be sure to discard any mussels that do not open after cooking, as they may not be safe to eat.

Cost

$20