Impepata di Cozze
This classic Neapolitan dish features fresh mussels steamed in a savory broth with garlic, olive oil, and a generous amount of black pepper. It's a simple yet elegant appetizer that highlights the natural flavors of the sea. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 446 kcal
Allergen information: may contain fish, molluscs, and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kgmussel, cleaned and debearded
- 3 clovegarlic, thinly sliced
- 3 tbspextra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cupwhite wine
- 1 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 0.25 cupparsley, fresh, chopped
Equipment
knife · large pot with lid
The method
Step by step
- 1
Rinse the mussels thoroughly under cold running water, scrubbing any dirt or barnacles from their shells. Remove any 'beards' by pulling them firmly towards the hinge of the mussel.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped, or any that are broken.
- 2
In a large pot or deep pan with a lid, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 3
Add the garlic to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
About 1 min
- 4
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot and pour in the white wine.
About 1 min
- 5
Cover the pot tightly and increase the heat to high. Cook for 3-5 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until all the mussels have opened.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcrowd the pot; cook in batches if necessary.
- 6
Remove the pot from the heat. Discard any mussels that did not open.
About 1 min
- 7
Stir in the black pepper and the fresh parsley.
Cook’s note: Add more black pepper to taste if desired.
- 8
Serve immediately in deep bowls, ensuring each serving includes plenty of the delicious cooking liquid.
Cook’s note: Serve with crusty Italian bread for dipping.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 445.6kcal
- Protein
- 45.5g
- Carbs
- 17.8g
- Fat
- 18.5g
- Fibre
- 0.5g
- Sugar
- 0.4g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Leftover mussels should be removed from their shells and stored in an airtight container with their cooking liquid.
Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through, or in the microwave.
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