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Mussels in chilli tomato broth

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Mussels in chilli tomato brothAustralian Women's Weekly
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For an exciting variation on classic fish and chips, try fresh Tasmanian mussels simmered in a spicy tomato and white wine broth. They work just as well with crunchy bread.

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Ingredients

Method

1.Drain and discard excess liquid from mussels. Return mussels to bags until ready to use.
2.Heat olive oil in saucepan over high heat. Add garlic, red onion (or eschalot), thyme, bay leaves and chilli. Season with pepper. Stir, then add wine.
3.When wine bubbles, and strained mussels, chopped tomato and reserved tomato juice. stir and cover with lid. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5-10 minutes, until mussels open.
4.Remove from heat. Ladle into serving bowls, scatter with parsley and serve with chips or crusty bread on the side.

Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit with a small sharp knife to open the mussel.

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