Mussel Ceviche

Serves: 3

Carole Volkman

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

57

Spice

55

Sweetness

46

Sourness

44

mins

Prep time (avg)

4.1

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1 tsp

Salt

Directions:

1

In a wide, heavy saute pan, bring the wine to a boil with the bay leaves

2

Put in just enough mussels to cover the bottom of the pan

3

Cover and cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, or until all the shells are open

4

Lift out mussels with a slotted spoon and set in a bowl to cool

5

Cook remaining mussels in the same way, in batches as necessary

6

Reserve the liquid for another use

7

Discard shells and place mussels in a bowl with tomatoes, onion, olives, oregano, tomato, orange and lime juices, salt, pepper and olive oil

8

Refrigerate for a few hours to blend flavors

9

Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 1/2-inch in a small skillet

10

Fry the tortillas on both sides or about 1 minute, or until crisp

11

Drain on paper towels

12

Divide ceviche evenly on tostadas with a dollop of mashed avocado on each