These Spicy Keto Mussels are super easy to make and go great with a crusty loaf of Keto Focaccia!

We firmly believe there are few meals as delightful as ones made with fresh seafood and these Spicy Keto Mussels do not disappoint!
Be sure to source super fresh mussels and clean them well tossing out any that don't snap closed when tapped and also any that do not open after cooking. You can read more about how to source and clean mussels here.
Mussels are a nutritional powerhouse so I’ve linked to a few articles breaking down the excellent health benefits linked to consuming mussels.
- Livestrong - Are Mussels Healthy?
- Health Fitness Revolution - Top 10 Benefits of Mussels
- Healthy Eating SF Gate - What are the Benefits of Mussels


Chilli Mussels
These Spicy Keto Chilli Mussels are super easy to make and go great with a crusty loaf of Keto Focaccia
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Servings: 4
Calories: 236kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- ½ onion minced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 red chiles minced
- 1 Roma tomato diced
- ½ cup broth or white wine
- 1 lime juiced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 lbs mussels cleaned
- 2 tablespoons cilantro minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Saute the onion, garlic, and chili for 3 minutes.
- Add in the diced tomato, broth or wine, butter, and lime and cook another 3 minutes.
- Add in the cleaned mussels, cover 3 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that didn’t open and top with cilantro. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Chilli Mussels
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236
Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 39mg13%
Sodium 254mg11%
Potassium 445mg13%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 671IU13%
Vitamin C 48mg58%
Calcium 40mg4%
Iron 4mg22%
*
Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.
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Ron Inglis says
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