Dive into these plump, juicy mussels bathed in a garlicky, buttery sauce with a splash of white wine โ a restaurant-worthy seafood dish you can whip up faster than delivery!
๐ Ocean Fresh โ Celebrates the Philippinesโ bountiful mussels (tahong)
๐ง Garlic Butter Bliss โ Rich, aromatic sauce perfect for soaking up with bread
โฑ๏ธ 15-Minute Magic โ Shells pop open to reveal tender, briny goodness
๐ท Hint of White Wine โ Elevates the dish with subtle sophistication
โ๏ธ Scrub shells well โ Remove beards and grit for clean eating
โ๏ธ Discard unopened mussels โ Safety first!
๐ Crusty baguette โ For mopping up every drop of sauce
๐ Lemon wedges โ Brightens the rich butter
๐บ Ice-cold beer โ The ultimate Filipino pulutan pairing
Love seafood? Try our Peppery Garlic Shrimp or Baked Tahong next!
Tag your #ButteredTahong feasts! ๐ธ
Happy cooking! ๐๐
Cooking Video Recipe: Buttered Tahong Recipe
Buttered Tahong recipe (Mussels) is a delightful meal rich in vitamins and minerals. The Philippines is rich in aquatic resources, including seafood, and tahong (mussels) are one of the most popular types of seafood. Many people like seafood specialties provided in a variety of restaurants around the country. This simple and easy buttered Tahong (mussels) recipe is a filling dinner that surely everyone will enjoy.
Wash to clean the tahong (mussels), then soak in the water for about 20 minutes.
In a pan, heat 2โ3 tablespoons of cooking oil over lowโmedium heat. Then add the butter and let it melt completely.
Add the minced onion and saute until translucent and soft, then add the minced garlic and saute until fragrant.
Add the tahong then season with salt and pepper powder. Stir and continue cooking, then season with your preferred seasonings. Or you may use sugar to balance the taste.
Simmer until the shells open. Stir, then taste. Adjust the taste accordingly.
Add finely chopped onion leaves (sibuyas dahon) or scallions.
When it's cooked, turn off the heat and transfer it to a serving bowl or plate.
That's all. Happy eating. Share and enjoy.
Servings 6
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
This recipe may be made without the shell. Simply boil the tahong (mussels) and remove the meat from the opened ones. Those that did not open should be discarded. In the instructions section, follow the step-by-step instructions.