Stuffed Baked Mussels
Delightful baked mussels stuffed with a flavorful mixture of panko, cheese, and fresh herbs, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large mussels, cleaned and opened
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine panko breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano cheese, chopped basil, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, chili flakes, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Prepare the cleaned mussel shells on a baking tray.
- Fill each mussel shell generously with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
- Cool slightly, then serve with fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to restore crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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