Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 kg fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1/2 cup sinamak vinegar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the sinamak vinegar, melted butter, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3. Arrange the cleaned mussels on a baking sheet.
4. Spoon the sinamak mixture over each mussel.
5. Bake the mussels in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the mussels are fully cooked and the topping is golden brown.
6. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 23g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you don't have sinamak vinegar, you can use regular vinegar mixed with garlic and chili flakes.
- You can substitute the breadcrumbs with panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
Variations:
- You can add chopped garlic and chili flakes to the sinamak mixture for a spicier flavor.
- You can substitute the Parmesan cheese with cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to clean and debeard the mussels properly before cooking.
- Don't overcook the mussels, as they can become tough and rubbery.
- Serve the mussels with lemon wedges for a refreshing taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover mussels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the mussels, place them in a preheated oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the mussels on a platter with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and lemon wedges on the side.
Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley
- Lemon wedges
Pairings:
- Serve the mussels with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Garlic bread
- Green salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mussels don't open during cooking, discard them as they may be unsafe to eat.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to clean and debeard the mussels properly before cooking.
- Discard any mussels that don't open during cooking.
- Store any leftover mussels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Food history:
- Sinamak vinegar is a type of vinegar that originates from the Philippines. It is made by fermenting sugarcane vinegar with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and other spices.
Flavor profiles:
- The sinamak vinegar adds a tangy and slightly spicy flavor to the mussels, while the Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs add a crunchy texture.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the mussels as an appetizer or as a main dish with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
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