Mussels Mariniere
Indulge in the classic elegance of Mussels Mariniere, a vibrant French-inspired dish featuring plump, fresh mussels steamed to perfection in a luxurious white wine and cream broth. Infused with the delicate flavors of garlic, shallots, parsley, thyme, and a touch of butter, this quick and easy recipe brings restaurant-quality dining to your table in just 25 minutes. The tender mussels soak up the aromatic sauce, while a warm baguette serves as the perfect companion for sopping up every last drop of the savory broth. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this Mussels Mariniere recipe is a seafood lover’s dream.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 loaf baguette, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Scrub and rinse the mussels under cold water. Discard any that are open and do not close when tapped.
In a large, deep pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened but not browned.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Pour in the dry white wine, then add the heavy cream, parsley, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
Season the broth with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and increase the heat to medium-high.
Steam the mussels for 6-8 minutes or until they open. Shake the pot occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Discard any mussels that have not opened after steaming.
Remove the pot from the heat and ladle the mussels and broth into serving bowls.
Serve immediately with slices of warm baguette for dipping into the flavorful broth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.7 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.4 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 634 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 4346 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 240.7 g | 481% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 724 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 43.0 mg | 239% | |
| Potassium | 4136 mg | 88% | |
*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.
