A colorful, steaming bowl heaped with glossy mussels, their blue-gray shells contrasted against the vibrant red chili tomato broth. Sprinkles of bright green coriander and wedges of lime are strewn across the top for a vibrant pop of color.

Mexican-Style Mussels in Chili Tomato Broth

Name: Mexican-Style Mussels in Chili Tomato Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: mussels, 2kg washed and debearded; olive oil, 2 tbsp; garlic, 4 cloves finely chopped; chili powder, 1 tsp; fresh red chili, 1 sliced; canned diced tomatoes, 800g; organic chicken stock, 1 cup; lime, 2 zested and juiced; fresh coriander, a handful chopped; sea salt, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Mexican

Technique stewing

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily Recipe: December 04, 2023

Reinventing typical Mexican fare, this beautiful and flavorful dish boldly features mussels in a warm, spicy tomato broth, creating a cozy fusion for a chilly day. Fresh mussels lend a sea-salty depth to the dish while smoky chili, zesty lime, and fragrant coriander add layers of complexity.

Ingredients (for 4)

Mussels - 2kg - washed and debearded
Olive oil - 2 tbsp
Garlic - 4 cloves - finely chopped
Chili powder - 1 tsp
Fresh red chili - 1 - sliced
Canned diced tomatoes - 800g
Organic chicken stock - 1 cup
Lime - 2 - zested and juiced
Fresh coriander - a handful - chopped
Sea salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🍲🌶️

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat then sauté the garlic and sliced chili until fragrant.
Step 2 - 🥘🌶️😍

Add the chili powder to the sautéed garlic and chili, stirring it in for an additional minute.
Step 3 - 🍅🥣🔥

Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken stock, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
Step 4 - 🍲🔥💨

Add mussels to the pot and cover. Cook until mussels open, this will take around 7-10 minutes.
Step 5 - 🍲👀⛔

After cooking, meticulously discard any mussels that remain unopened.
Step 6 - 🥣🍋🧂

Stir in the lime juice and zest for that tangy flavor. Season with sea salt, if necessary.
Step 7 - 🥣🥄😋

To serve, ladle mussels with broth into bowls and garnish with chopped coriander. Add a sprinkle of fresh lime zest and serve with lime wedges.

Additional

You can swap the chicken stock with vegetable stock for a pescatarian-friendly option. Kids can help with washing the mussels and picking the coriander leaves. This dish is a great way to introduce mussels to first-timers, featuring them in a familiar and comforting broth. Don't forget to take plenty of close-up shots to capture the glistening mussels in their spicy, tomato-y bath before devouring!