Portuguese-Style Mussels over Linguine

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Portuguese-Style Mussels over Linguine recipe for seafood lovers

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 lb linguica sausage , chorizo , keilbasa or 1/2 lb other hard sausage
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	2 garlic cloves , chopped
	4 -5 plum tomatoes , cored and roughly chopped
	1/4 cup fresh basil , shredded or 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves , plus some for garnish
	1/2 cup water ( do not use if using canned tomatoes )
	3 lbs mussels , cleaned
	1 1/2 lbs linguine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

620

Sugar

Fat

14g

Portuguese-Style Mussels over Linguine is a classic seafood dish that originated in Portugal. The dish features fresh mussels cooked in a fragrant tomato-based sauce with garlic and sausage. Linguine, a type of pasta, is the perfect vehicle for the delicious sauce. This recipe can be easily customized with different types of sausage or tomatoes, depending on availability and preference. This dish is enjoyed all over the world and is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a dinner party with friends.

Instructions

1.	Cut the sausage into small pieces and sauté in olive oil over medium heat until browned.
2.	Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
3.	Add chopped tomatoes, basil or parsley leaves, and water (if using fresh tomatoes).
4.	Cover and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes until the tomatoes are softened.
5.	Add cleaned mussels to the tomato and sausage mixture and cook on medium-high heat until the mussels are open. Discard any mussels that do not open.
6.	Cook linguine according to package instructions and drain.
7.	Serve cooked linguine in a large bowl or plate with the Portuguese-style mussels and sauce on top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

PROS

Portuguese-Style Mussels over Linguine is a delicious seafood dish that is quick and easy to make.
This recipe is packed with protein and healthy omega-3 fatty acids from the mussels.

CONS

This recipe contains sausage, which may be high in calories and saturated fat.
The dish also has a high sodium content due to the salt in canned tomatoes and sausages.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mussels are a great source of protein, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to improving heart health and reducing inflammation. Linguine is a good source of carbohydrates that provide energy to the body.