These Mussels with Chorizo are bursting with bold, rustic flavors from the spicy chorizo and the rich tomato broth. The mussels are tender and juicy, perfectly complementing the smoky and slightly spicy sauce. Serve this dish with bread or over pasta for a complete, satisfying meal!

Ingredients

• • • 1 pound fresh mussels, soaked, cleaned, and debearded

    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

    • 1 shallot, finely chopped

    • 1 poblano pepper, chopped

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 1/2 pound fresh ground chorizo

    • 1 tablespoon panca pepper paste (Peruvian-style pepper paste)

    • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced roasted tomatoes

    • 1/2 cup seafood stock or chicken broth

Directions

1. Prepare the Mussels:
   First, clean and debeard the mussels. Place them in a bowl of cold water, scrubbing the shells if needed, and pull off the fibrous “beard” from each mussel. Discard any mussels that don’t close when tapped. Set the cleaned mussels aside.
2. Sauté the Aromatics:
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallot, poblano pepper, and minced garlic. Stir and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
3. Cook the Chorizo:
   Add the ground chorizo to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. The chorizo will release its fat and flavor into the vegetables, creating a deeply savory base for the broth.
4. Build the Broth:
   Stir in the panca pepper paste, mixing it well with the chorizo. Then add the diced roasted tomatoes and seafood stock (or chicken broth) to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to ensure all the flavors are combined.
5. Cook the Mussels:
   Once the broth is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
6. Serve:
   Ladle the mussels and broth into bowls, making sure to scoop up plenty of that delicious tomato-chorizo broth. Serve with some crusty bread on the side to soak up the rich sauce.

Nutrition Facts

• • • • Calories: 532

      • Fat: 31g

      • Carbs: 20g

      • Protein: 43g

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