Moules à la Portugaise

RECIPE SUMMARY:

• Prep Time: 10 min

• Cook Time: 20 min

• Servings: 4

HEALTH BENEFITS:

• Rich in Nutrients and Antioxidants: Mussels, garlic, sweet onion, tomato paste, and parsley provide a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress and support overall health.

• Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Ingredients like garlic, cumin, olive oil, red Thai chilis, and grass-fed butter offer powerful anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation.

• Heart Health: Olive oil, garlic, mussels, and tomato paste support cardiovascular health by lowering blood pressure, improving blood flow, and reducing cholesterol levels.

• Digestive Health: High fiber content from onions and parsley, along with digestive aids like garlic, bay leaves, cumin, and lemon juice, promote a healthy digestive system.

• Immune Support: Garlic, lemon juice, parsley, and mussels contain compounds that boost immune function and protect against infections.

• Bone and Joint Health: Bone broth, parsley, and mussels provide collagen and essential minerals that support joint health and bone strength.

• Enhanced Nutrient Absorption: Black pepper enhances the bioavailability of nutrients, ensuring that your body can efficiently use the vitamins and minerals present in the dish.

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INGREDIENTS:

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• Mussels (1.5lbs)

• White Cooking Wine (1 Cup)

• Red Wine Vinegar (1 Tablespoon)

• Chicken Broth (1/2 Cup)

• Bay Leaves (1)

• Sweet Onion (1, Chopped)

• Garlic (6 Cloves, Minced)

• Red Thai Chilis (2)

• Tomato Paste (2 Tablespoons)

• Grass-Fed Butter (4 Tablespoons)

• Honey (1/2 Tablespoon)

• Cumin (1 Teaspoon)

• Salt

• Black Pepper

• Toppings:

  • Parsley

  • Green Onion

  • Lemon

STEPS:

• Prepare the Base:

  • Heat a Dutch oven or stock pot over medium-high heat with olive oil.

  • Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

• Add Flavors:

  • Stir in spices and tomato paste. Cook for about a minute, then add red wine vinegar. Combine and continue cooking for a couple of minutes. Pour in the white wine.

• Create the Broth:

  • After adding the white wine, pour in the chicken broth and continue cooking until the soup heats up again. Season to your liking with salt and pepper.

• Cook the Mussels:

  • Once the broth is heated, add the mussels and cook until they open up.

• Finish the Dish:

  • Remove the cooked mussels from the pot and add butter to the sauce. Once melted, add the mussels back in and mix well to coat them with the flavorful broth.

• Serve and Garnish:

  • Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, green onion, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

  • Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this Portuguese-inspired mussel soup!

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