Spanish Mussels in Tomato Wine Sauce
Fresh mussels seared open in a fragrant tomato and white wine sauce with garlic and paprika. A restaurant-worthy Spanish classic ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add minced garlic and paprika, cook 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
Step 3
Pour in white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the pan bottom, then simmer 2 minutes.
Step 4
Add crushed tomatoes with juice and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
Add mussels, cover with a lid, and cook 5–6 minutes until shells open. Discard any that stay closed.
Step 6
Stir in parsley, taste for salt and pepper, then serve immediately in shallow bowls with crusty bread.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet with lid
- wooden spoon
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