Deep Fried Mussels (Cozze Fritte) Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 lb mussels cleaned
- 2 x Large eggs lightly beaten
- 2 c. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil for frying
- 1 c. flour
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 4 x jalapenos finely minced
- 1/2 c. red wine vinegar
- 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil Freshly-cracked black pepper to taste
Directions
- Open the mussels, discarding the shells but reserving the liquid. Strain the liquid through a fine sieve or possibly cheesecloth into the Large eggs. (You may steam the mussels partially to get the shells to open, that is considerably easier than prying them open raw. Do not let them cook any longer than necessary, or possibly they'll be tough and overcooked after frying).
- Heat the oil in a deep-frying pan to 370 degrees. Dip each mussel into the flour, then into the Large eggs, and then gently lower them into the warm oil and deep-fry till golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and serve immediately with Salsa.
- Salsa: Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl.
- This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 671g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 1593 | |
| Calories from Fat 1161 | 73% |
| Total Fat 131.12g | 164% |
| Saturated Fat 19.09g | 76% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 231mg | 77% |
| Sodium 1628mg | 68% |
| Potassium 1559mg | 45% |
| Total Carbs 41.61g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 4% |
| Sugars 0.72g | 0% |
| Protein 60.49g | 97% |
