Mussels Marinara

Name: Mussels Marinara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Mussels 2.2 lbs; Garlic 1 clove; White wine &frac13; cup; Parsley (to be chopped) 1 tuft; Extra virgin olive oil 1.3 tbsp; Black pepper 0.1 tsp

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Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Cozze alla Marinara—oh man, it's really something special—is a staple on tables in Southern Italy whenever folks are craving some fresh seafood. This mussels marinara recipe is all about simple, tender mussels cooked in a sauce that's tangy and a little moist, thanks to good olive oil, garlic, and a splash of white wine. And the sauce? Well, that hit of wine aroma—you'll smell it right away—even before you take a bite. Down in places like Naples or along the Amalfi Coast, it's served as an appetizer with a stack of crispy toasted bread to soak up the marinara sauce with mussels. Honestly, with its classic, comforting seafood smell, you just need a few top-notch ingredients to create something really flavorful yet unfussy.

You'll often see Cozze alla Marinara at big Sunday lunches or when friends drop by unannounced—it’s one of those quick seafood meals that comes together fast. Known as an easy mussels recipe all over Southern Italy, some families even toss these mussels with spaghetti for a next-level pasta. And look, that juicy sauce coats every bite, making it super super delicious. People add little twists depending on where they’re from—maybe some chopped parsley or a dash of chili flakes for a bit of heat—but honestly, the main focus is always on those fresh mussels.

For anyone into Italian seafood dishes, this is a must-have. Whether you serve it as part of a spread of traditional Italian recipes or just want something quick that reminds you of a seaside town, this dish never disappoints. The golden color of the sauce, the briny bite of the mussels, and that punch of wine make Cozze alla Marinara something you’ll want to dive into with both hands—and maybe use every last bit of bread to mop up the leftovers. I mean, the dish captures the heart of coastal Italian cooking, making it a favorite for seafood lovers everywhere. For sure.

How to prepare Mussels Marinara

To prepare mussels marinara, first take care of the How to Clean and Open Mussels. Remove the beard and rinse them 1. Finely chop the washed parsley. Pour the oil into a high-edge pot 3.

Add the whole garlic, or crush it with the appropriate tool 4. Heat, let it flavor, and add the mussels 5. Stir 6 and keep the heat medium-high.

Deglaze with white wine 7 and let the alcohol evaporate, then cover with a lid 8 and cook for about 5 minutes until they are all open. Occasionally shake the pot, without removing the lid, to facilitate opening. At this point, add the black pepper 9.