Bloody Mary Mussels

These Bloody Mary mussels are sure to be a big hit! They’re super easy and you can go nuts with the garnishes, just like you’d do for your favorite Bloody Mary’s!

Bloody Mary Mussels

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS;

• 2lbs Fresh Mussels, cleaned
• 1 Cup Onion, chopped
• 1 Cup Celery, chopped
• 2Tbsp Vodka (optional)
• 2Tbsp Sherry Vinegar
• 1 Cup Clam Juice
• 2 Cups Bloody Mary Mix
• 1Tsp Worchestershire Sauce
• Hot Sauce (optional)
• Sport Peppers (or other Bloody Mary garnishes)
• Fresh Cilantro or Parsley
• Salt & Pepper
• 2 Tbsp oil

DIRECTIONS:

1. Add oil to a large hot pan and then add onions and celery. Cook until they just begin to soften
2. Add vodka (optional) and sherry vinegar and cook until reduced
3. Add clam juice, bloody mary mix, worchestershire sauce, and hot sauce (optional). Cook until until it comes to a simmer
4. Add mussels in a nice single layer and cover. Simmer until all of the mussels have completely opened 3-5 minutes. Discard any mussels that don't open
5. Add mussels to a large serving dish and garnish with sport peppers, other garnishes as desired, and fresh cilantro or parsley