Step 1

Heat oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add onion and cook stirring occasionally until soft. Add garlic and cook, stirring for 1 minute longer.

Step 2

Add polpa, chillies, sugar and white wine. Simmer 20 minutes. Add mussels; stir and cover. Simmer 5 minutes or until mussels open, shaking the pot halfway through cooking time.

Step 3

Divide mussels and broth between 4 large bowls. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with crusty bread.