Mussels Provenale
Indulge in the savory allure of Mussels Provençale, a classic French dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean straight to your table. This quick and elegant recipe features tender, fresh mussels steamed to perfection in a fragrant broth of dry white wine, garlic, shallots, and a medley of aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaf. Juicy cherry tomatoes add a burst of sweetness, while the finishing touch of fresh parsley brightens the dish. Ideal for weeknights or special occasions, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes and is best served with warm, crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers and fans of French cuisine, Mussels Provençale is an exquisite, restaurant-quality recipe you can easily master at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh mussels
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Shallots, finely chopped
- 1 pint Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 0.5 cup Chicken or fish stock
- 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 loaf Crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the mussels thoroughly under cold running water and remove any visible debris or beards. Discard any mussels that are cracked or don’t close when tapped.
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and shallots to the pan and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
Pour in the white wine and chicken or fish stock. Add the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Once the liquid is simmering, add the mussels to the pot and stir gently to coat them in the sauce.
Cover the pot with a lid and allow the mussels to steam for 5-6 minutes, or until they have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the mussels and give them a final stir.
Serve immediately in bowls with the sauce ladled over the mussels and warm crusty bread on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1876 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.3 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1466 mg | 31% | |
*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.
