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Method
Make it happen
- 01
Scrub mussels under cold running water, remove beards and discard broken shells or any open shells that do not close when tapped.
- 02
Soften onion and garlic in olive oil, add chilli, tomatoes and water and simmer for 8 minutes.
- 03
Add mussels to the sauce, cover and steam for 5–7 minutes until shells open; discard any that stay shut.
- 04
Cook spaghetti until al dente and toss with the mussel sauce, parsley and a little pasta water.