Mussels in Tomato Sauce with Crab
A quick and flavorful seafood dish featuring mussels and crab in a rich tomato sauce, with shrimp for extra indulgence. Perfect for a special dinner but simple enough for a weeknight.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Clean mussels by scrubbing and removing beards; discard any that are open.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 3
Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Add mussels and shrimp to the pot. Cover and cook until mussels open and shrimp turn pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 5
Gently fold in crab meat and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through.
Step 6
Discard any unopened mussels. Serve hot with crusty bread or over pasta.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot with lid
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
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