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Grilled Mussels

Grilled Mussels

mussels marinated and grilled to perfection — smoky, charred, and succulent. A Filipino barbecue-style preparation.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 7 min

Ingredients

  • 1 large b. mussels
  • 1 medium plum tomato (diced)
  • 1 large arge yellow onion (minced)
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 tbsp bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped mint
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Clean the mussels and boil in 2 cups of water for at least 2 to 5 minutes.

  2. Let the mussels cool. Drain and remove the beard. Set aside.

  3. Bring to a simmer the olive oil in a pan.

  4. Sauté the onion until soft

  5. Fold in the garlic and continue to sauté for 1 minute.

  6. Mix in the tomato and tomato paste. Sauté for 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl and let cool.

  7. Meanwhile combine breadcrumbs, parsley, mint, and lemon juice. Mix well.

  8. Scoop the sautéed onion, garlic, and tomato mixture and arrange on top of the mussels. Add the breadcrumbs mixture above.

  9. Heat the grill and grill the mussels for 5 to 7 minutes in medium heat.

  10. Transfer to a serving plate.

  11. Serve as an appetizer.