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Red Lobster's Mussels Marinara
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Simmered mussels in a white wine tomato sauce pair perfectly with pasta and some crusty bread for dipping.
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
3 reviews
ingredients
1 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
1 can (8 ounce size) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup loosely packed chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
24 blue mussels, scrubbed and rinsed
pasta of your choice, prepared as directed
directions
Combine the white wine, garlic, tomatoes, salt, pepper, basil, and parsley in a skillet over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.
Add the mussels to the skillet, pressing them gently into the liquid. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook for 6-8 minutes or until the mussels have opened.
Uncover the skillet and let the mussels simmer for 1-2 more minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open after 10 minutes.
Serve the mussels and sauce immediately over cooked pasta.
The mussels and sauce and also be served in bowls with french bread for sopping up the sauce, if desired.
recipe tips
Select mussels that are tightly closed before cooking, and discard any that do not open after cooking.
For a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Make sure to thoroughly clean the mussels by scrubbing the shells and debearding them.
Try different types of pasta to find your favorite pairing with the mussels marinara.
Try adding a splash of cream to the sauce for a richer flavor.
For a lighter version, use zoodles (zucchini noodles) instead of traditional pasta.
Don't forget to have extra napkins on hand for messy fingers while enjoying the mussels marinara.
common recipe questions
What type of wine should I use for this recipe?
Use a good dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio to cook the mussels.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned?
You can use fresh diced tomatoes. You may need to add additional liquid to the dish to replace the undrained liquid from the can if the tomatoes are not very juicy.
What can I use instead of mussels?
You can substitute clams or shrimp for the mussels in this recipe.
Do I have to scrub and rinse the mussels?
It is important to scrub and rinse the mussels to remove any sand or debris from the shells before cooking. Some mussels may also have a "beard" which is a bunch of fibrous threads that should be pulled or scraped off before cooking.
How do I know if the mussels are cooked?
The mussels are cooked when they have opened up. Discard any mussels that do not open after cooking. Do not try to pry open any unopened mussels.
Can I add other herbs to the sauce?
You can add other herbs like oregano or thyme to the sauce for additional flavor.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
It is best to cook and serve the mussels immediately to prevent them from becoming overcooked. You can prepare the sauce up until adding the mussels and refrigerate it until ready to cook the seafood.
Can I freeze leftovers of this dish?
It is not recommended to freeze leftovers of this dish as the texture of the mussels will change when reheated.
How do I store leftovers of this dish?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
nutrition data
533 calories, 4 grams fat, 87 grams carbohydrates, 26 grams protein per serving.
Please note:
This is a copy cat recipe submitted to CDKitchen by a third-party. This recipe is not an original recipe unless specifically stated and is considered only to be an acceptable "clone" to the original for the home cook to attempt to duplicate. Please also note that many nationwide restaurant chains vary their menus and ingredients by region so the version provided may not be similar to what you may have tried before. All trademarks referenced are property of their respective owners.
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reviews & comments
September 12, 2019
This recipe is perfect! Thank you
November 22, 2013
The previous reviewer has clearly never had a real mussels marinara recipe. This is a perfect recipe. It's not meant to be a thick marinara sauce - marinara means a sauce made with tomatoes but we usually equate it to the thick tomato pasta sauce. This is a lovely thin, fresh sauce and the mussels were perfectly done (had three duds but the rest opened nicely). I used angel hair pasta with it and served with garlic bread.
July 2, 2006
unless you do your own marinara meaning simmer for hours the time frame in this receipe is way off, you'reh have flavored wine on this one