Spicy Mussel and Shrimp Stir-fry with Garlic and Olive Oil
Mussel, Shrimp, Garlic, and Olive Oil Stir-fry Recipe
A simple yet elegant seafood stir-fry made with fresh mussels and plump shrimp, enhanced with garlic and a hint of chili. This dish is bursting with flavor and perfect for a quick meal or appetizer.
Ingredients- Mussels: 450g (cleaned, beards removed)
- Shrimp: 20 pieces (peeled and deveined)
- Canned Diced Tomatoes: 1 can (approx. 400g)
- Olive Oil: 1/2 cup
- Garlic: 10 cloves (thinly sliced)
- Red Chili Peppers: 6 pieces (seeds removed, thinly sliced on an angle; adjust quantity to your spice preference)
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Salt (to taste)
- Chopped Scallions (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a wide, deep pan, pour in 1/2 cup of olive oil. Add the thinly sliced garlic and angled red chili peppers. Gently heat over medium-low heat, allowing the garlic to release its fragrant aroma. Simmer slowly, ensuring the garlic doesn’t burn, to infuse the oil beautifully.
Step 2
Once the garlic begins to turn a light golden color, add the cleaned mussels and prepared shrimp to the pan. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir-fry quickly. Cook until the mussels open up and the shrimp turn pink and opaque. This quick cooking preserves the fresh flavors of the seafood.
Step 3
Pour in the entire can of diced tomatoes. The tomatoes will add a lovely sweet and tangy dimension that complements the seafood.
Step 4
Add 1 tablespoon of butter to enrich the sauce and stir everything together well. Season with salt gradually, tasting as you go, until the flavors are perfectly balanced. Adjust the saltiness to your personal preference.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until the sauce has slightly thickened and all the mussels have opened. Turn off the heat. Ensure all mussels are open and the shrimp are cooked through and plump.
Step 6
Transfer the delicious mussel and shrimp stir-fry to a serving dish. Spoon the flavorful sauce generously over the seafood. Garnish with freshly chopped scallions for a vibrant finish. Your stunning seafood dish is now ready!
Step 7
Savor the exquisite combination of spicy, garlicky olive oil sauce coating tender mussels and succulent shrimp, all balanced by the bright taste of tomatoes! Don’t discard any leftover sauce – it’s perfect for tossing with cooked spaghetti for a fantastic pasta dish, or for dipping crusty bread. Enjoy every last drop!
