Grilled Mussels with Shallot Sauce
Indulge in the briny, smoky flavors of the ocean with this recipe for Grilled Mussels with Shallot Sauce. Perfect for seafood enthusiasts, this dish features tender, flame-kissed mussels drizzled with a luxurious sauce made from buttery shallots, garlic, and a splash of dry white wine for depth. The grill amplifies the natural sweetness of the mussels while imparting a subtle char. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, a squeeze of zesty lemon, and a dash of black pepper, this recipe is quick to prepare—just 25 minutes from start to finish—and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a light salad. Make it your go-to recipe for effortless gourmet grilling and impress guests with its delicate balance of flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh mussels
- 3 medium Shallots
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 large Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Clean the mussels thoroughly by scrubbing the shells and removing the beards. Discard any mussels with cracked shells or ones that do not close when tapped.
Finely chop the shallots and parsley. Mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
Preheat your grill to high heat.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the chopped shallots and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the shallots are soft and translucent.
Add the white wine to the saucepan and simmer for 3–4 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off. Stir in the salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. Remove from heat and set the sauce aside.
Place the mussels on the preheated grill in a single layer. Close the lid and grill for 5–6 minutes, or until the mussels open. Discard any mussels that do not open during cooking.
Transfer the grilled mussels to a serving dish and drizzle the shallot sauce over the top.
Cut the lemon into wedges and serve on the side for squeezing over the mussels.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.5 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.2 g | 221% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 636 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 5454 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.1 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 221.1 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 734 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 39.6 mg | 220% | |
| Potassium | 4214 mg | 90% | |
*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.
