There are few things more inviting than a table filled with Spanish pintxos, each one offering a little taste of the coast, the countryside, and the vibrant flavors of Spain. These Pickled Mussel Pintxos bring that spirit to life with tender mussels in a bright, tangy pickled sauce, layered with creamy potato, briny olives, and sweet pickled peppers over slices of crusty bread.
Simple to assemble but full of character, these Spanish-inspired bites are made for sharing. Serve them as part of a tapas spread, enjoy them with a glass of crisp white wine, or bring them out whenever you want to turn a tin of premium mussels into something truly special.
What You'll Need
- 1 tin Real Conservera Española Spiced Mussels in Pickled Sauce 09/12 - Selección 1920
- 1 large potato
- 1 baguette or rustic country loaf
- ½ cup Spanish green olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup pickled peppers, sliced
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Real Conservera Española Spiced Mussels in Pickled Sauce 09/12 - Selección 1920
View productHow to Make It
- Prepare the potato. Place the potato in a pot of salted water and cook until tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and let it cool slightly before slicing it into rounds.
- Get the bread nice and crisp. Slice the baguette into thin pieces and toast until golden and crunchy. Finish with a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Start building your pintxos. Place a slice of potato on each piece of toasted bread. Add one of the pickled mussels on top, followed by a few slices of Spanish olive and pickled pepper.
- Bring it all together. Drizzle each pintxo with a little extra virgin olive oil and a few drops of the mussels' pickled sauce. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and a touch of freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve and share. Arrange your pintxos on a beautiful serving platter and enjoy straight away, while the bread is crisp and every layer is at its best.
Why It Works
These pickled mussel pintxos are all about contrast. The creamy potato creates a soft, mellow base for the bright acidity of the pickled mussels, while Spanish olives add a delicious salty depth and pickled peppers bring a subtle sweetness. The crisp bread gives the whole bite the perfect texture.
At the center of it all are the Real Conservera Española Spiced Mussels in Pickled Sauce, whose delicate texture and vibrant sauce bring unmistakable Spanish coastal flavor to every bite. It's proof that with a few carefully chosen ingredients, a simple tin of seafood can become the star of an unforgettable tapas spread. Ready to bring a little taste of Spain to your table? Make these pickled mussel pintxos and share your creation with us by tagging @get.lata.
