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Ingredients
- 2 lbs live mussels
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, + extra for drizzling bread
- 2 shallots, finely diced
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1-2 thinly sliced red or Thai chiles (seeded if you want less heat)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup Florida Orange Juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Squeeze of fresh lemon
- Handful of basil leaves
- 1 baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Begin by de-bearding and cleaning the mussels. To de-beard, pull the beard upward until it releases from the shell. Rinse under cold running water, scrubbing the shells to remove any debris or barnacles.
- In a wide, deep pan over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the shallots and garlic along with the sliced red or Thai chiles. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring here and there, until soft, fragrant, and just translucent.
- Increase the heat to medium and add the Florida Orange Juice and white wine vinegar. Cook for 3–5 minutes, until slightly reduced and concentrated. Reduce heat to low, then add the butter and stir until fully melted and emulsified into the sauce.
- Add the mussels to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Cover with a lid and steam over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, or until the shells have opened. Give the pot a shake once or twice to help them along.
- While the mussels steam, slice the baguette and drizzle with olive oil. Toast in a pan over low heat for a few minutes per side, until golden and crisp.
- Take the mussels off the heat and toss in a big handful of torn basil. Taste and adjust–add a squeeze of lemon for a pop of brightness. Serve right away with toasty bread for dunking, and if you want, a few extra fresh chile slices on top for heat.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings
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Amount per serving
Calories410
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 7g43%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 722mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 21g42%
Vitamin D 0mcg1%
Calcium 123mg12%
Iron 7mg40%
Potassium 654mg19%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Nutrition information is sourced from Spoonacular and the USDA. Values are estimates that may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods and may not reflect the most recent updates to these databases.
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