Mussels with Saffron Cream
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of **Mussels with Saffron Cream**, a restaurant-worthy dish that’s deceptively simple to prepare at home. Tender, briny mussels are bathed in a velvety saffron-infused cream sauce, enriched with the delicate sweetness of shallots, a splash of white wine, and the aromatic harmony of garlic and saffron threads. This 30-minute recipe is perfect for a special occasion or an elegant weeknight dinner, with a hearty loaf of crusty bread serving as the ultimate companion to soak up every drop of the golden sauce. With its vibrant color, complex flavor profile, and effortless preparation, this dish is guaranteed to impress seafood lovers and dinner guests alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium shallots, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons saffron threads
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 loaf crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
Clean and debeard the mussels, discarding any that are cracked or do not close when tapped. Set aside.
In a large pot or deep skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced shallots and minced garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
Sprinkle in the saffron threads and stir gently to release their color and aroma.
Pour in the white wine, bring to a simmer, and cook for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the heavy cream, stirring to combine, and season with salt and black pepper.
Carefully add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.
Remove the pot from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately in bowls with the saffron cream sauce spooned over the mussels, accompanied by warm crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.3 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 204 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 1803 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.9 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 63.7 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1070 mg | 23% | |
*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.
