Posted on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 in
Seafood Recipes
Experience the bold, rustic taste of Portugal with this mussels and shrimp with chouriço recipe. Fresh mussels and juicy shrimp are simmered in a fragrant tomato-wine sauce infused with olive oil, garlic, and smoky chouriço. Green pepper and ripe tomato add sweetness and depth, while a bay leaf and fresh parsley bring a traditional coastal aroma. The result is a hearty, savory seafood dish bursting with Mediterranean flavor and perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce or enjoy it over rice for a comforting meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy Portuguese recipe captures the essence of the sea with every bite — simple, authentic, and irresistibly delicious.
| Preparation time | 10 min |
| Cooking Time | 25 min |
| Ready In | 35 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 585 |
| Fat | 29g |
| Carbs | 19g |
| Protein | 32g |
Ingredients
1/2 cup of olive oil3 garlic cloves minced1 small chouriço diced1 green pepper diced1 large tomato, seeds removed and diced1 bay leaf6 oz tomato paste3 cups of white wine1 lb of mussels1 lb of shrimp1 sprig of fresh parsleySea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
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Preparation
- Line a large heavy pan or clay pot with olive oil.
- Add minced garlic, chouriço, diced green pepper and large tomato and simmer until slightly browned.
- Add bay leaf, tomato paste and wine and stir on medium heat until your kitchen smells amazing and the sauce is blended well.
- Add Mussels and Shrimp and cover pot.
- Cook on medium for 10 minutes.
- Remove any unopened Mussels.
- Sprinkle with parsley and salt and pepper and stir until well blended.
Recipe Credit: Supper for a Steal
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Comments
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Douglas FoxReally good. I substituted Polish sausage, which is what I had, but added hot chile-garlic paste, Cajun seasoning, and lots of smoked paprika to try to approximate the seasonings in Portuguese chorizo. Because I was using shucked, frozen mussels which were cooked, I added them at the end as the shrimp was about done and continued simmering just until everything was pleasantly hot. I served with crusty French baguette and Italian green beans.2 Years ago, Wednesday, March 6, 2024 -
ColinLittle changes but was delicious - used 2 cups of wine, added onion, doubled garlic, used a tin of chopped toms and doubled mussels2 Years ago, Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Rick SantosIt was good, but I think it needed tweaking. I’d love to know what others have done. I think it needed onions, less tomato paste, less wine. More garlic! 😀 Any thoughts?4 Years ago, Monday, March 21, 2022