Broiled Garlic Mussels Moules Gratiees
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Broiled Garlic Mussels Moules Gratifiées, a sophisticated yet simple appetizer that brings the essence of the sea to your table. This dish features tender, fresh mussels topped with a golden, aromatic crust of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, herbs, and zesty lemon. Quickly broiled to perfection, the mussels develop a savory, crisp topping that complements their naturally briny flavor. Ideal for a dinner party or a date night, this elegant recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep and is ready in under 10 minutes of cooking time. Serve these delectable mussels with a squeeze of fresh lemon and watch them disappear! Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish combines fragrant herbs, creamy butter, and the satisfying crunch of toasted breadcrumbs for a truly delightful culinary experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh mussels
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 Lemon wedges
Instructions
Clean and debeard the mussels under cold running water, discarding any that do not close when tapped. Set aside.
Preheat your oven broiler to high and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, thyme, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Combine until the mixture resembles damp sand.
Arrange the mussels on a baking sheet or oven-safe dish, making sure they are lying flat. Spoon the breadcrumb mixture evenly on top of each mussel.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the breadcrumb topping is golden brown and crisp.
Carefully remove the mussels from the oven and let them cool for 2 minutes before transferring to a serving platter.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the mussels.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2705 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.8 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.1 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 676 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 4849 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.9 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 244.0 g | 488% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 1150 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 40.8 mg | 227% | |
| Potassium | 3622 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
