Stuffed Mussels (Turkish)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1
Turkish Stuffed Mussels - Exquisite & Healthy!
in Seafood

Prep

45 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 kg mussels
3/4 cup olive oil
1 cup short-grain rice
1 tablespoon sugar
4 tomatoes
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon clove
2 tablespoons currants
1 lemon
5 onions

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
284
Sugar
3g
Fat
12g
Stuffed Mussels is a classic Turkish dish that is both delicious and healthy. It can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. It’s stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice, spices, and currants. Each mussel explodes with flavor as you take a bite. This dish can be easily customized with your preferred spices and herbs. You’ll enjoy turkey’s rich and savory culinary history with this dish, it's truly one of a kind!

Instructions

1.Rinse the mussels in cold water and remove the beard.
2.In a pan, sauté 3 chopped onions with olive oil until they soften.
3.Add the diced tomatoes, rice, spices, sugar, currants, and 1 cup of water to the pan. Let it cook until the rice is soft and the water has been absorbed.
4.Stuff each mussel with a tablespoon of the mixture and place them in a large pot. Repeat until all the mussels are stuffed.
5.Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mussels and cover with a lid.
6.Cook on low heat for 30-35 minutes or until the mussels are fully cooked. Serve hot or cold!

PROS

Mussels are a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Stuffed Mussel recipe is low in calories and high in nutrients, making it a healthy and filling meal option.

The unique flavors of the rice and spices add a delicious and exotic twist to an already flavorful seafood.

CONS

The only downside to this dish is that it requires a bit of preparation, cleaning mussels can take time.
The recipe might seem difficult at first but once you get into how to stuff them easily its just a breeze.

Moreover, people who are allergic to shellfish should not attempt to make this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mussels are rich in vitamins B12 and C, as well as iron, magnesium, and manganese. The spices used in the recipe like cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and clove are known to exhibit antioxidant properties. Therefore, this dish can help boost the immune system and protect against diseases.
Rice is a complex carbohydrate that is easily digestible and provides sustained energy over a prolonged period.

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