Rick Stein Greek Mussels And Rice Recipe
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Description
This Greek-inspired recipe by Rick Stein is a perfect dish for seafood lovers. It is a delicious combination of fresh mussels, aromatic herbs, and flavorful rice. The dish has a subtle flavor and is easy to prepare.Prep Time
The preparation time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.Cook Time
The cooking time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.Ingredients
- 1kg fresh mussels
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 250g long-grain rice
- 500ml hot chicken or fish stock
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- A handful of chopped fresh parsley
Equipment
- A large lidded pan
- A wooden spoon
Method
- Start by cleaning the mussels. Discard any open ones that don’t close when tapped. Rinse them in cold water and remove the beards by pulling them gently towards the hinge.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until softened.
- Add the smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, and bay leaf to the pan, and cook for a further minute.
- Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat it in the spices and aromatics. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Now add the hot chicken or fish stock to the pan, along with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to the boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
- Add the cleaned mussels to the pan and stir well. Cover the pan again and cook for a further 5-7 minutes or until all the mussels have opened.
- Discard any mussels that haven’t opened.
- Remove the bay leaf and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the dish.
- Serve hot with crusty bread and a glass of white wine.
Notes
- This recipe works equally well with clams or other shellfish.
- If you don't have smoked paprika, you can use regular paprika instead.
- If you like your food spicy, you can add a diced red chili pepper to the pan along with the onions and garlic.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 516 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 1095mg
- Potassium: 941mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Vitamin A: 1115IU
- Vitamin C: 44mg
- Calcium: 119mg
- Iron: 11mg
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to discard any mussels that haven't opened after cooking.
- For a vegetarian version of this recipe, you can replace the mussels with chopped vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant.
- You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice to the dish before serving to brighten up the flavors.
Enjoy this delicious and flavorful recipe by Rick Stein!
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