Best 7 Portuguese Mussels And Shrimp Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant shores of Portugal with this delectable seafood extravaganza. Indulge in the harmonious symphony of flavors in Portuguese Mussels and Shrimp, a feast that captures the essence of Portugal's rich culinary heritage. Dive into a medley of recipes that showcase the bounty of the sea.

In the classic Portuguese Mussels and Shrimp stew, plump mussels and succulent shrimp bask in a flavorful broth infused with the essence of white wine, garlic, and herbs. Experience the harmonious blend of briny and sweet notes, enhanced by the aromatic touch of cilantro.

For a taste of coastal simplicity, try the Steamed Mussels with Garlic and White Wine. This minimalist recipe allows the natural flavors of the mussels to shine, complemented by the delicate touch of garlic and white wine.

Those seeking a spicy kick will delight in the piquant flavors of the Shrimp in Spicy Tomato Sauce. Fresh shrimp are enveloped in a vibrant tomato sauce, infused with a medley of piquant spices that create a symphony of heat and flavor.

For a touch of elegance, try the Mussels in White Wine and Cream Sauce. Tender mussels are lovingly bathed in a creamy sauce enriched with white wine, shallots, and a hint of lemon zest. The result is a luxurious and sophisticated dish that will impress even the most discerning palates.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MUSSELS, CLAMS AND SHRIMP IN SPICY BROTH



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 cup dry white wine
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
24 small Littleneck clams (about 2 1/2 pounds total), scrubbed
24 mussels (about 1 1/2 pounds total), debearded
20 large shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled, deveined, butterflied
1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
Warm crusty bread

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, bay leaf, and crushed red pepper. Saute until the garlic is tender, about 1 minute. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Add the tomatoes. Bring to a simmer. Simmer until the tomatoes begin to break down and the flavors blend, about 5 minutes. Stir in the clams. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the mussels. Cover and cook until the clams and mussels open, about 5 minutes longer.
  • Using a tongs, transfer the opened shellfish to serving bowls (discard any shellfish that do not open). Add the shrimp and basil to the simmering tomato broth. Simmer until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes. Divide the shrimp and tomato broth among the bowls. Serve with the warm bread.

SHRIMP MOZAMBIQUE



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This shrimp Mozambique recipe was passed down from my grandma and is frequently made in our Portuguese culture. Variations include adding other seafood, such as clams, mussels or scallops. I've also made it with chicken since my kids will not eat seafood. -Christina Souza, Brooksville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds uncooked shell-on shrimp (16-20 per pound)
2 envelopes sazon with coriander and annatto
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf
1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or 1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and shrimp; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in seasonings. Add beer and lemon juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 10-15 minutes. Stir in ketchup and parsley; discard bay leaf. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

PORTUGUESE FISHERMAN'S SHRIMP AND CHORIZO



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces chorizo, casing removed and chopped
1 starchy potato, peeled and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped or thinly sliced
1 Fresno or Holland pepper, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1 small bunch flat-leaf kale, leaves stripped and chopped
Freshly grated nutmeg
1 (15-ounce) can chick peas, drained
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes or diced tomatoes with chiles
3 cups chicken stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, deveined and stemmed
Juice of 1 lemon
Portuguese rolls, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat, add the chorizo and render 2 minutes. Then add the potato, onion, carrot, garlic, chile pepper, thyme, and bay leaf, soften 5 to 6 minutes. Wilt in the kale and season with a little nutmeg. Stir in the chickpeas, tomatoes, and stock into the pot, bring to a low boil and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. Cool and store for make-ahead meal.
  • Heat the chorizo and vegetable sauce base to a low boil, when ready to serve. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and firm. Add the juice of 1 lemon and turn off the heat. Serve the shrimp and chorizo in shallow bowls garnished with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, and warm Portuguese rolls alongside.

PORTUGUESE SHRIMP



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I received this recipe nearly 40 years ago from a co-worker who was raised in Portugal. She made this Portuguese shrimp dish for an office potluck and everyone wanted the recipe! It is easy to make, impressive to serve, and delicious. The sauce is also good served on fish fillets. -Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup diced pimientos, drained
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
4 cups hot cooked rice
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper; cook until onion starts to turn brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, orange juice, pimientos, zest, salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer, covered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes. Serve with rice.Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 566mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND MUSSELS



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Provided by Glenn Collins

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Small amount of olive oil
1 can (1 1/2 pounds) Italian plum tomatoes, drained and squeezed
1 tablespoon capers
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons white pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1/2 pound medium black olives (nicoise)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup white wine
12 large mussels
1 pound medium shrimp
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 pound linguine

Steps:

  • Saute onion and garlic in a little oil.
  • Add tomatoes, capers, salt and pepper to onions and garlic, and simmer 20 minutes. Add parsley and olives.
  • In a separate saucepan heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add the wine and mussels, and steam until mussels open. Remove mussels.
  • In the same liquid steam shrimp until just barely done.
  • Meanwhile, cook linguine to the desired doneness. Drain.
  • Remove shells from mussels and shrimp, and mix with the sauce.
  • Pour over cooked linguine.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 545, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 890 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PORTUGUESE SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS



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Make and share this Portuguese Shrimp and Scallops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vicki in AZ

Categories     Portuguese

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1 lb scallops
salt and pepper
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute for one minute.
  • Increase heat to high and add mushrooms. Saute until done.
  • Add tomato paste and stir.
  • Add wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil.
  • Add shrimp and green onions. Cook one minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add scallops and cook 3 minutes or until scallops are opaque.
  • Season with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley.

PORTUGUESE-STYLE STEAMED MUSSELS



Portuguese-Style Steamed Mussels image

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 medium onion, cut in 1/4-inch dice
1 small red bell pepper, cut in 1/4-inch dice
2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 pound chourico or chorizo sausage, thinly sliced
1 cup dry white wine
3 pounds mussels (preferably wild) scrubbed and debearded
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large (6 quart) casserole or soup pot over medium-high heat, combine olive oil and bay leaves. Heat for 1 minute, then add garlic, onion and red bell pepper. Saute vegetables until tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, sausage and wine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add mussels. Cover and steam until mussels open, about 5 minutes. Remove mussels to serving bowls. Return pot to medium heat, and add parsley, cilantro and black pepper to taste. Spoon sauce over mussels, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 625, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1334 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality seafood. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. If you can't find fresh seafood, frozen seafood is a good option.
  • Don't overcook the seafood. Seafood cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your dish. Some good vegetables to use include onions, garlic, tomatoes, peppers, and zucchini.
  • Use a flavorful broth. The broth is what will give your dish its flavor. You can use a store-bought broth or make your own. If you're making your own broth, use a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a flavorful base.
  • Serve with crusty bread or rice. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Portuguese mussels and shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood stew. It's perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. With its combination of fresh seafood, flavorful broth, and colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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