Description
Indulge in these delicious Stuffed Baked Mussels, also known as Baked Tahong, packed with a savory blend of cheeses, garlic, and butter, creating a delightful seafood appetizer with a Filipino twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds fresh mussels (cleaned and scrubbed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
For the Filling:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded quick-melt cheese (or mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam the mussels: Steam the mussels in a covered pot with a small amount of water for 3–5 minutes until the shells open. Discard unopened mussels.
- Prepare the shells: Let the mussels cool, then separate the shells. Discard the empty halves.
- Assemble: Arrange the mussels on a baking tray lined with foil. Mix butter, garlic, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Spoon over each mussel.
- Add cheese: Top with Parmesan and quick-melt cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use frozen half-shell mussels for convenience.
- For a spicy kick, add hot sauce or chili flakes to the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 mussels
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
