Plato de los Montes de Malaga - Baltimore Style

Ingredients

In this adaptation, the traditional Spanish dish Plato de los Montes de Malaga is transformed into a Baltimore-style seafood delight. The original recipe is enriched with the addition of Old Bay seasoning, a signature spice blend synonymous with Baltimore cuisine. The use of local seafood such as crab meat and mussels adds a distinct Baltimore flavor profile to the dish. We alse have the original recipe for Plato de los montes de Malaga, so you can check it out.

• 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lb (450g) crab meat 1 lb (450g) crab meat
• 1 lb (450g) mussels, cleaned and debearded 1 lb (450g) mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14 oz/400g) diced tomatoes 1 can (14 oz/400g) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup (240ml) seafood broth 1 cup (240ml) seafood broth
• 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 4g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
2. 2.
   Add the diced tomatoes, seafood broth, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
3. 3.
   Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4. 4.
   Add the shrimp, crab meat, and mussels to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the mussels have opened.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
6. 6.
   Serve the Baltimore-style Plato de los Montes de Malaga hot with crusty bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp — Be careful not to overcook the shrimp as they can become rubbery. Cook them just until they turn pink and opaque.
• Crab meat — Use fresh or high-quality canned crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
• Mussels — Discard any mussels that do not open after cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the broth.
• Serve the dish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a burst of citrus flavor.
• If you can't find fresh mussels, frozen ones can be used as a substitute.
• Adjust the amount of Old Bay seasoning according to your preference for spiciness.
• Don't forget to provide a bowl for discarded mussel shells.

Serving advice

Serve the Baltimore-style Plato de los Montes de Malaga in individual bowls, accompanied by warm crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful broth. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Present the dish with the vibrant colors of the seafood and vegetables shining through the rich tomato broth. Use a wide, shallow bowl to showcase the variety of ingredients. Place a few mussels on top as a visual centerpiece.