Stuffed mussels, one of the most popular street delicacies, is also one of the ones that cause people the most anxiety. You may have witnessed that it is produced and sold under conditions that are not suitable for both hygiene and health.
Known as seafood Mussels are mostly collected on the Marmara and Aegean coasts in our country. Stuffed mussels, prepared using different spices, are also consumed in European countries. Since it is rich in protein and iron, it supports muscle development. In addition, it also has a positive effect on eye health. You can eat healthy mussels at home with this stuffed mussels recipe.
If you want to beautify your tables and make your meals healthier, you can also take a look at other fish dishes.
How Many Persons - 50 pieces
Preparation Time - 30 minutes
Cooking Time - 40 minutes
Ingredients for Stuffed Mussels Recipe
50 mussels
2 cups rice
2 and a half glasses of water
2 onions
3/4 tea glass of olive oil (one half + one quarter)
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
1 pinch of dried mint
1 lemon
2 tablespoons of pine nuts
1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
2 tablespoons currants (optional)
Half bunch of dill (as desired)
1 teaspoon tomato paste (optional)
How to Make Stuffed Mussels Recipe?
Wash the mussels in plenty of water. Clean the stains on them with a wire brush or steel wool and wash them again.
Without separating the shells from each other, use a knife to open them enough to insert the tip.
Place it in a large pot and add 1 glass of water and heat it on the stove. When the inside is too hot to cook, the mussels are opened.
There is a small piece of algae called a beard inside and outside the mussel. Tear it off with your hands and clean it without damaging the meat. Wash the mussels in plenty of water and drain to remove excess sand. Our mussels are ready to be stuffed.
Wash the sorted rice until clear water comes out. Soak the currants in warm water to clean them.
For the stuffed pilaf, roast the peanuts in oil until they get a light color. You can also add a small amount of tomato paste if desired.
Cut the peeled onions into small pieces and add them. Roast over medium heat until the onion changes color. Add rice and all the ingredients and fry a little more over low heat.
After roasting, add 2 cups of hot water. Close the lid and leave it on low heat to absorb the water. Cook until it remains slightly firm.
After adding finely chopped dill as desired, set the rice aside and let it rest.
Fill the shelled mussels with a teaspoon of cooled rice and close tightly.
Arrange the stuffed mussels in a pot with the wide parts facing down.
Pour olive oil and hot water over them. Cover them with a porcelain plate to weigh them down.
You can serve the stuffed mussels, cooked over low heat for 25-30 minutes, cold with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Bon Appetit :)
What are the Tips for Stuffed Mussels?
Make sure to keep the mussels in water to prevent them from remaining raw. This way, the shells will be opened easily.
You can also use your favorite spices for the stuffed rice.
If you grate the onions, you will get a more aromatic taste.
When filling the mussels, make sure the rice filling is cold.
Buy mussels from a reliable place. Do not use mussels whose shells have been opened and exposed to air.
Clean the mussels carefully and wash them in plenty of water.
Cook the stuffed rice until it remains slightly firm. It will also be cooked with the mussels.
